transverse process

American

noun

a process that projects from the sides of a vertebra.

transverse process British

noun

anatomy either of the projections that arise from either side of a vertebra and provide articulation for the ribs

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Etymology

Origin of transverse process

First recorded in 1690–1700

Example Sentences

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On Friday morning, his status suddenly changed, the Chargers saying additional tests revealed a transverse process fracture.

From Los Angeles Times

Peppers was diagnosed with a transverse process fracture.

From Fox News

—The New York Giants announced that safety Jabrill Peppers sustained a transverse process fracture and wide receiver Golden Tate is in the concussion protocol after Sunday’s game in Chicago.

From Reuters

Peppers sustained a fractured transverse process in his back.

From Seattle Times

Milan said on Sunday that tests have revealed he has a “severe lumbar trauma” consisting of “a fracture of the transverse processes of the first two lumbar vertebrae.”

From Washington Times

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