Definitions for vertebra
ˈvɜr tə brə; -ˌbri, -ˌbreɪver·te·bra

Princeton's WordNetRate this definition:0.0 / 0 votes

1. vertebranoun

   one of the bony segments of the spinal column

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1. vertebranoun

   Any of the small bones which make up the backbone.

2. Etymology: From vertebra, from vertere, "to turn". Having multiple vertebrae (plural of vertebra) in one's backbone instead of having a single bone or solid spine, allows for the movement of the body with bends and turns. Hence meaning 1.

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1. Vertebra

   The spinal column, a defining synapomorphy shared by nearly all vertebrates, is a moderately flexible series of vertebrae (singular vertebra), each constituting a characteristic irregular bone whose complex structure is composed primarily of bone, and secondarily of hyaline cartilage. They show variation in the proportion contributed by these two tissue types; such variations correlate on one hand with the cerebral/caudal rank (i.e., location within the backbone), and on the other with phylogenetic differences among the vertebrate taxa. The basic configuration of a vertebra varies, but the bone is its body, with the central part of the body constituting the centrum. The upper (closer to) and lower (further from), respectively, the cranium and its central nervous system surfaces of the vertebra body support attachment to the intervertebral discs. The posterior part of a vertebra forms a vertebral arch (in eleven parts, consisting of two pedicles (pedicle of vertebral arch) two laminae, and seven processes.The laminae give attachment to the ligamenta flava, which are ligaments of the spine. There are vertebral notches, each constituted by the shape of the pedicles, which form the intervertebral foramina when vertebrae articulate. These foramina are the entry and exit conduits accommodating the spinal nerves. The body of the vertebra, and its vertebral arch, form the vertebral foramen, which is the larger, stable and central opening: this accommodates the spinal canal, and encloses and protects the spinal cord. Vertebrae articulate with each other to give strength and flexibility to the spinal column, and the shape at their back and front aspects determines the range of movement. Structurally, vertebrae are essentially alike across the vertebrate species, with the greatest difference seen between an aquatic animal and other vertebrate animals. As such, vertebrates take their name from the vertebrae that compose the vertebral column.

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1. vertebra

   A vertebra is any of the series of small bones forming the backbone, having several projections for articulation and muscle attachment, and a hole through which the spinal cord passes. It serves to protect the spinal cord and support the body structure. There are different types of vertebrae, classified into cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and coccygeal, each having specific characteristics and functions.

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1. Vertebranoun

   one of the serial segments of the spinal column

2. Vertebranoun

   one of the central ossicles in each joint of the arms of an ophiuran

3. Etymology: [L. vertebra, fr. vertere to turn, change. See Verse.]

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1. Vertebra

   Each vertebra in a vertebrate’s spinal column is a complex structure composed of bone and some hyaline cartilage, which varies according to the area of backbone and species involved. There are several variations of the basic configuration of a vertebra. Vertebrates take their name from the presence of vertebrae in their vertebral column. A vertebra is classed as an irregular bone. The large part of the vertebra is called its body and the central part of this is called the centrum. The upper and lower surfaces of the body give attachment to the intervertebral discs. The posterior part of a vertebra forms a vertebral arch and this consists of two pedicles, two laminae and seven processes. The laminae give attachment to the ligamenta flava. There are vertebral notches formed from the shape of the pedicles, which form the intervertebral foramina when the vertebrae articulate. These foramina allow the entry and exit points for the spinal nerves. The body of the vertebra together with the vertebral arch forms the vertebral foramen, the larger central opening, which accommodates the spinal canal, that houses and protects the spinal cord.

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1. Vertebra

   ver′tē-bra, n. one of the segmented portions of the spinal column:—pl. Vertebræ (ver′te-brē).—adj. Ver′tebral.—adv. Ver′tebrally.—n.pl. Vertebrā′ta, a division of the animal kingdom containing all animals having a backbone or its equivalent.—n. Ver′tebrāte, an animal having an internal skeleton with a backbone.—adjs. Ver′tebrāte, -d, furnished with joints: having a backbone.—n. Vertebrā′tion, the formation of vertebræ;. [L.,—vertĕre, to turn.]

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1. vertebra

   A structure of the spine.

   The vertebra are important in our body to ensure our body can walk and stand.

   
   

   Submitted by MaryC on August 29, 2020  

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1. Chaldean Numerology

   The numerical value of vertebra in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

2. Pythagorean Numerology

   The numerical value of vertebra in Pythagorean Numerology is: 1

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   This was meticulous work, we had to CT scan each vertebra and all of the ribs fragments individually and then reassemble them in 3D.

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References

1. ^ Princeton's WordNet
   http://wordnetweb.princeton.edu/perl/webwn?s=vertebra
2. ^ Wiktionary
   https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/Vertebra
3. ^ Wikipedia
   https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vertebra
4. ^ ChatGPT
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5. ^ Webster Dictionary
   https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vertebra
6. ^ Wikidata
   https://www.wikidata.org/w/index.php?search=vertebra
7. ^ Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
   https://www.gutenberg.org/files/37683/37683-h/37683-h.htm#:~:text=vertebra