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Definition of Xiphiplastron
1. n. The posterior, or fourth, lateral plate in the plastron of turtles; -- called also xiphisternum.
2. n. The posterior, or fourth, lateral plate in the plastron of turtles; -- called also xiphisternum.
Definition of Xiphiplastron
1. Noun. the posterior, or fourth lateral plate in the plastron of a turtle ¹
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Medical Definition of Xiphiplastron
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Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Xifos a sword + plastron.