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Definition of xiphihumeralis
xiphihumeralis
/ˌzɪf.i.hjuː.mərˈeɪ.lɪs/
xi · phi · hu · mer · a · lis
Plural:xiphihumerales
xiphihumeralis Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
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1
A long, thin, and flat muscle of the posterior pectoral group found in many mammals, which originates at the xiphoid process of the sternum and inserts on the proximal end of the humerus.
Example
"During the comparative anatomy dissection, the veterinary students carefully separated the xiphihumeralis from the underlying pectoralis minor."
Word Nuance & Usage
The xiphihumeralis is an anatomical muscle found in many quadrupeds, such as cats and rodents, but it is characteristically absent in humans.
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Word Origin & Etymology
Modern Latin, derived from 'xiphi-' (referring to the xiphoid process, from Greek 'xiphos' meaning sword), 'humerus' (the upper arm bone), and the Latin adjectival suffix '-alis'.
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Historical frequency of usage in published text.
180019102020
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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Xiphihumeralis. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/xiphihumeralis