RIB

Rib

In vertebrate anatomy, ribs are the long curved bones which form the cage. In most vertebrates, ribs surround the chest, enabling the lungs to expand and thus facilitate breathing by expanding the chest cavity. They serve to protect the lungs, heart, and other internal organs of the thorax. In some animals, especially snakes, ribs may provide support and protection for the entire body.

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rib

Noun

  1. Any of a series of long curved bones occurring in 12 pairs in humans and other animals and extending from the spine to or toward the sternum
  2. A part or piece, similar to a rib, and serving to shape or support something
  3. A cut of meat enclosing one or more rib bones
  4. Any of several curved members attached to a ship's keel and extending upward and outward to form the framework of the hull
  5. Any of several transverse pieces that provide an aircraft wing with shape and strength
  6. A long, narrow, usually arched member projecting from the surface of a structure, especially such a member separating the webs of a vault
  7. A raised ridge in knitted material or in cloth
  8. The main, or any of the prominent veins of a leaf
  9. A teasing joke
  10. A single strand of hair.
  11. A stalk of celery.

Verb

  1. To shape, support, or provide something with a rib or ribs
  2. To tease or make fun of someone
    He always gets ribbed for his outrageous shirts.


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