vertebra
What is another word for vertebra? Here is its meaning, with related words and examples.
Noun — Any one of the small bones that link together to form the spine.
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How to use vertebra
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
a fractured vertebra
cervical vertebra
Etymology
From Latin vertebra, "a joint", from vertere, "to turn" — because these bones let the spine twist and bend.
Full origin of vertebra →Frequently asked questions
What does “vertebra” mean?
The word “vertebra” means any one of the small bones that link together to form the spine. In plain terms, one of the individual bones that stack up to make the backbone.
How do you pronounce “vertebra”?
“Vertebra” is pronounced VUR-tihb-ruh (/ˈvɝ.təb.ɹə/ in IPA).
How do you use “vertebra” in a sentence?
Here is “vertebra” used in a sentence: “He fractured a vertebra in his lower back during the fall.”
What part of speech is “vertebra”?
“Vertebra” is a noun.
Where does the word “vertebra” come from?
The word “vertebra” comes from Latin. From Latin vertebra, "a joint", from vertere, "to turn" — because these bones let the spine twist and bend.
