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Definition of coracoid in English: coracoid(also coracoid process) noun ˈkɒrəkɔɪdˈkôrəˌkoid Anatomy A short projection from the shoulder blade in mammals, to which part of the biceps is attached. Example sentencesExamples - According to Benton, Huene's reconstruction has the torso too short, the coracoid too small, and perhaps the feet a bit large.
- On the lateral side of the superior border is a thick projection for muscle attachment, called the coracoid process.
- Associated fractures of the coracoid process or the lateral one third of the clavicle may occur, necessitating an orthopedic referral.
- The coracoid process may exist as a separate bone.
- This view is most appropriate for diagnosing dislocations or subtle scapular fractures, particularly those of the coracoid process.
Origin Mid 18th century: from modern Latin coracoides, from Greek korakoeidēs 'raven-like', from korax 'raven' (because of the resemblance to a raven's beak). Definition of coracoid in US English: coracoid(also coracoid process) nounˈkôrəˌkoid Anatomy A short projection from the shoulder blade in mammals, to which part of the biceps is attached. Example sentencesExamples - This view is most appropriate for diagnosing dislocations or subtle scapular fractures, particularly those of the coracoid process.
- Associated fractures of the coracoid process or the lateral one third of the clavicle may occur, necessitating an orthopedic referral.
- On the lateral side of the superior border is a thick projection for muscle attachment, called the coracoid process.
- According to Benton, Huene's reconstruction has the torso too short, the coracoid too small, and perhaps the feet a bit large.
- The coracoid process may exist as a separate bone.
Origin Mid 18th century: from modern Latin coracoides, from Greek korakoeidēs ‘raven-like’, from korax ‘raven’ (because of the resemblance to a raven's beak). |