Thorax

Origin

From Ancient Greek θώραξ (thōraks, "a breastplate, cuirass, corslet")

Full definition of thorax

Noun

1. the middle of three distinct divisions in an insect, crustacean or arachnid body
2. the region of the mammalian body between the neck and abdomen as well as the cavity containing the heart and lungs

Derived terms

• thoracic
• thoracal
• thoracic vertebra
• thoracoplasty