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transverse process

American  

noun

  1. a process that projects from the sides of a vertebra.


transverse process British  

noun

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

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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 • Jan. 13, 2023

Peppers was diagnosed with a transverse process fracture.

From Fox News • Nov. 26, 2019

Carr missed last week’s loss to the Baltimore Ravens due to a transverse process fracture in his back.

From Reuters • Oct. 13, 2017

They have two straight losses since a 2-0 start and now they’ll be without QB Derek Carr for an estimated two to six weeks because of a transverse process fracture in his back.

From Washington Post • Oct. 3, 2017

A fracture of the transverse process existed, but unfortunately the spinal canal was not opened for examination and no details can be given as to the condition of the cord.

From Surgical Experiences in South Africa, 1899-1900 Being Mainly a Clinical Study of the Nature and Effects of Injuries Produced by Bullets of Small Calibre by Makins, George Henry

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