pectoral
/pɛkˈtɔɹəl/ · noun
Meaning
- A pectoral fin.
- Protective armor for a horse's breast.
- A covering or protection for the breast.
- A breastplate, especially that worn by the Jewish high priest.
- A clasp, cross, or ornamental square of cloth etc. worn upon the breast.
- A medicine for diseases of the chest organs, especially the lungs.
- Of or pertaining to the breast, or chest.
- Relating to, or good for, diseases of the chest or lungs.
- Having the breast conspicuously colored.
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