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thoracic

/θɔˈrasɪk/
/θɔˈrasɪk/
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Thoracic is a medical word for things pertaining to the thorax area of your body: your chest.

You’re likely to see the word thoracic in biology class. The thorax is your chest: the area between your neck and abdomen. Therefore, this area is the thoracic region, and that word can be used for issues dealing with this area. Certain exercises are thoracic because they strengthen your chest muscles. Your pectoral muscles are in the thoracic area. Your heart is the most important part of the thoracic area. If you have thoracic pains, you should see a doctor.

Definitions of thoracic
  1. adjective
    of or relating to the chest or thorax
    synonyms: pectoral
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