noun
- plural form of vertebra; the individual bones that make up the spine or backbone
Usage: anatomical term
Examples
- The doctor examined the X-ray to check for damaged vertebras.
- Human vertebras are separated by discs of cartilage.
- The injury affected three vertebras in her lower back.
- Fish have many more vertebras than mammals do.
- The chiropractor explained how misaligned vertebras can cause pain.
- Cervical vertebras support the neck and head.