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Meaning of ensiform
Wordnet
ensiform (s)
shaped like a sword blade
Webster
ensiform (a.)
Having the form of a sword blade; sword-shaped; as, an ensiform leaf.
ensiform Sentence Examples
- The ensiform process is a small, cartilaginous projection that extends from the sternum.
- The ensiform process is located at the lower end of the sternum, just below the xiphoid process.
- The ensiform process is sometimes called the "xiphoid process" or the "sternal process".
- The ensiform process is attached to the sternum by a ligament.
- The ensiform process is not a bone, but it is made of cartilage.
- The ensiform process is not very large, but it can be felt by pressing on the lower end of the sternum.
- The ensiform process is not a very important structure, but it can be used as a landmark for other structures in the chest.
- The ensiform process is sometimes injured in accidents, which can cause pain and tenderness.
- The ensiform process can also be injured in sports, such as football and basketball.
- If you have pain or tenderness in the lower end of your sternum, you should see a doctor to rule out an injury to the ensiform process.
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shaped like a sword bladeHaving the form of a sword blade; sword-shaped; as, an ensiform leaf.
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The ensiform process is a small, cartilaginous projection that extends from the sternum.
The ensiform process is located at the lower end of the sternum, just below the xiphoid process.
The ensiform process is sometimes called the "xiphoid process" or the "sternal process".
The ensiform process is attached to the sternum by a ligament.
