Spine
/spˈaɪn/
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Definition
(noun) A series of bones situated at the back from the head to the pelvis of a human, or from the head to the tail of an animal, enclosing the spinal cord and providing support for the thorax and abdomen.
Sentence Examples
The sight sent chills of delight up my spine.
The sight made a chill run down my spine.
CEFR Practice Quiz
The human ____ consists of a series of small bones called vertebrae that protect the delicate nerves.