transverse process (n)

n05587628

type n
lex_filenum 08
def one of two processes that extend from each vertebra and provide the point of articulation for the ribs
Outgoing links
Hypernym process, outgrowth, appendage
Part holonym vertebra
Incoming links
Part meronym vertebra
Hyponym process, outgrowth, appendage

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