diapophysis
noun
the part of the transverse process of a thoracic vertebra that articulates with its corresponding rib.
diapophyses
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pluralof diapophysis.plural
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The sacral diapophyses are expanded and have a border of calcified cartilage laterally.
From Neotropical Hylid Frogs, Genus Smilisca by William E. Duellman
The sacral diapophyses of all species are moderately dilated and posterolaterally inclined.
From A Synopsis of Neotropical Hylid Frogs, Genus Osteocephalus by William E. Duellman
