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pectoral

The correct spelling is pectoral.

How to pronounce pectoral

noun

IPA: /pɛkˈtɔɹəl/

Say it like: Pec-tor-al

The correct spelling is pectoral. A pectoral fin. For example: "the pectoral muscles"

Usage Examples

the pectoral muscles

the pectoral sandpiper

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.A pectoral fin.
  2. 2.Protective armor for a horse's breast.
  3. 3.A covering or protection for the breast.
  4. 4.A breastplate, especially that worn by the Jewish high priest.
  5. 5.A clasp, cross, or ornamental square of cloth etc. worn upon the breast.

adjective

  1. 1.Of or pertaining to the breast, or chest.
  2. 2.Relating to, or good for, diseases of the chest or lungs.
  3. 3.Having the breast conspicuously colored.

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