Vertebral
Vertebral
Vertebral (pronunciation: ver·te·bral /vərˈtēbrəl/) is an adjective that pertains to the vertebrae or the vertebral column.
Etymology
The term "vertebral" is derived from the Latin word "vertebra", which means a joint or something that turns. It was first used in English in the early 17th century.
Definition
Vertebral refers to anything related to the vertebrae, the series of small bones that form the backbone, or the vertebral column, the collective name for the vertebrae. The vertebral column is a crucial part of the skeletal system, providing support and protection for the spinal cord.
Related Terms
- Vertebrae: The individual bones that make up the vertebral column.
- Vertebral column: The collective term for the vertebrae, also known as the backbone or spine.
- Vertebral artery: One of the major arteries of the neck, supplying blood to the brain and spinal cord.
- Vertebral body: The thick, weight-bearing part of a vertebra.
- Vertebral disc: The soft, cushion-like structure between each vertebra, also known as an intervertebral disc.
- Vertebral foramen: The opening in each vertebra through which the spinal cord passes.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Vertebral
- Wikipedia's article - Vertebral
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