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Definition of Omosternum

1. n. The anterior element of the sternum which projects forward from between the clavicles in many batrachians and is usually tipped with cartilage.

Definition of Omosternum

1. Noun. (anatomy) The anterior element of the sternum which projects forward from between the clavicles in many batrachians and is usually tipped with cartilage. ¹

2. Noun. (anatomy) In many mammals, an interarticular cartilage, or bone, between the sternum and the clavicle. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Omosternum

1. The anterior element of the sternum which projects forward from between the clavicles in many batrachians and is usually tipped with cartilage. In many mammals, an interarticular cartilage, or bone, between the sternum and the clavicle. Origin: Omo- + sternum. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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