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Thorax Definition & Meaning

thorax
noun
  1. the middle region of the body of an arthropod between the head and the abdomen
  2. the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates
  3. part of an insect's body that bears the wings and legs

"Thorax" in song lyrics

See how thorax is used in real songs:

  • "I'm quick to attack the wack embedding the axe in the thorax"
    Atoms Family — Mystic Madness
  • "Before I saw cats, making weapons out of your thorax"
    Jedi Mind Tricks — Muerte
  • "Sixteen century foolbro, on horsebacks through your thorax"
    Mr. Lif — Madness in a Cup

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Frequently asked questions

What does thorax mean?
the middle region of the body of an arthropod between the head and the abdomen the part of the human torso between the neck and the diaphragm or the corresponding part in other vertebrates part of an insect's body that bears the wings and legs
What part of speech is thorax?
Thorax is a noun.
How many definitions does thorax have?
Thorax has 3 definitions across 1 part of speech (noun).

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