acromiothoracic
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/əˌkroʊ.mi.oʊ.θəˈræs.ɪk/
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/əˌkrəʊ.mi.əʊ.θəˈræs.ɪk/
shoulder and chest
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acromiothoracic' originates from Greek, specifically the words 'akron' meaning 'tip' or 'extremity', 'omos' meaning 'shoulder', and 'thorax' meaning 'chest'.
Historical Evolution
'acromiothoracic' was formed by combining the Greek words 'akron', 'omos', and 'thorax' to describe anatomical features related to the shoulder and chest.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'pertaining to the shoulder and chest', and this meaning has remained consistent in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the acromion and the thorax.
The acromiothoracic artery supplies blood to the shoulder region.
Last updated: 2025/04/28 04:51