Definitions for xiphiplastron
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Wiktionary
xiphiplastron(Noun)
the posterior, or fourth lateral plate in the plastron of a turtle
Origin: ξίφος + plastron
Webster Dictionary
Xiphiplastron(noun)
the posterior, or fourth, lateral plate in the plastron of turtles; -- called also xiphisternum
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