| 释义 |
in·ter·cos·tal
I. \“+|kästəl\ adjective
Etymology: New Latin intercostalis, from Latin inter- + costa rib + -alis -al — more at coast
1.
a. : situated between the ribs
b. : of, relating to, or produced by the intercostal muscles
2. : situated between the veins or nerves of a leaf
3. : lying or fitted between the continuous members of a ship's frame
< intercostal plate >
< intercostal keelson >
< intercostal angle iron >
— see ship illustration
• in·ter·cos·tal·ly \-əlē, -əli\ adverb
II. noun
: an intercostal part or structure |