1. the upper part of the breastbone
Usage: anatomy
2. a handle-like anatomical structure
Usage: anatomy

Examples

• The manubrium is the broad upper portion of the sternum.
• Doctors can feel the manubrium just below the throat.
• The ribs attach to different parts of the sternum, including the manubrium.
• In anatomy class, we learned to identify the manubrium on skeletal models.
• The manubrium forms joints with the clavicles on both sides.
• Certain jellyfish have a manubrium that hangs from their bell.