axis vertebra

axis·ver·tebra

uncommon

noun

1.

the 2nd cervical vertebra; serves as a pivot for turning the head

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Related words

Broader terms

cervical vertebra

Part of

odontoid process

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Grammar

noun
singular	axis vertebra
plural	axis vertebras

Nearby words

axiomatic axiomatical axiomatically axis axis of rotation axle axletree axle bar axle grease axolemma

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