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rachis

The correct spelling is rachis.

How to pronounce rachis

noun

IPA: /ˈɹeɪkɪs/

Say it like: Rac-his

The correct spelling is rachis. The spinal column, or the vertebrae of the spine.

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Definition

noun

  1. 1.The spinal column, or the vertebrae of the spine.
  2. 2.An anatomical shaft or axis in a marine invertebrate.
  3. 3.The central shaft of a feather.
  4. 4.The main shaft of either a compound leaf, head of grain, or fern frond.

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