ribcage
US /ˈrɪbˌkeɪdʒ/
UK /ˈrɪbˌkeɪdʒ/
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胸腔, 肋骨架
the bony frame formed by the ribs around the chest cavity, containing and protecting the heart and lungs.
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The doctor examined the patient's ribcage for any abnormalities.
医生检查了病人的胸腔是否有异常。
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He felt a sharp pain in his ribcage after the fall.
他摔倒后感到胸腔剧痛。