slipping rib cartilage

n.

Subluxation of the costal cartilage, usually at the junction with the sternum, causing pain and an audible click.

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Words nearby slipping rib cartilage

slippery dick, slippery dip, slippery elm, slippery slope, slipping rib, slipping rib cartilage, slippy, slip-rail, slip ring, slip road, slip seat
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