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thorax

/θɒræks/ noun · British & US
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What does thorax mean?

noun

The thorax is the middle segment of an insect's body, typically bearing the wings and legs. It is the part of the body between the head and the abdomen.

Example

"The thorax of the butterfly was a beautiful shade of blue."

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