Definition
breastbone
noun
- the flat bone in the center of the chest that connects to the ribs
Usage: anatomy
Examples
- The doctor pressed on his breastbone to check for tenderness.
- She felt pain in her breastbone after the accident.
- The breastbone protects the heart and lungs.
- He placed his hand over his breastbone during the national anthem.
- The X-ray showed a fracture in the breastbone.
- CPR compressions should be applied to the lower half of the breastbone.