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   Rib

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   noun

   • 1. each of a series of slender curved bones articulated in pairs to the spine (twelve pairs in humans), protecting the thoracic cavity and its organs: "he had several broken ribs"
   • ▪ a rib of an animal with meat adhering to it used as food; a joint or cut from the ribs of an animal: "a lunch of ribs, wings, and blueberry pie"
   • 2. a long raised piece of stronger or thicker material across a surface or through a structure, and typically serving to support or strengthen it.
   • ▪ a curved member supporting a vault or defining its form: "stone is used only for ribs, piers, and windows"
   • ▪ any of the curved transverse pieces of metal or timber in a ship, extending up from the keel and forming part of the framework of the hull: "the hull was stiffened with 26 ribs"
   • ▪ each of the curved pieces of wood forming the body of a lute or the sides of a violin.
   • ▪ each of the hinged rods supporting the fabric of an umbrella.
   • ▪ a structural member in an airfoil, extending back from the leading edge and serving to define the contour of the airfoil.
   • ▪ a ridge of rock or land: "the final rib gives pleasant climbing"
   • 3. a vein of a leaf (especially the midrib) or an insect's wing: "a spinach-type leaf with red ribs"
   • 4. a combination of alternate knit (plain) and purl stitches producing a ridged, slightly elastic fabric, used especially for the cuffs and bottom edges of sweaters: "knit twenty rows of rib"

   verb

   • 1. mark with or form into raised bands or ridges: "the road ahead was ribbed with furrows of slush"
   • 2. tease good-naturedly: informal "the first time I appeared in the outfit I was ribbed mercilessly"

   Word Origin Old Englishrib, ribb (noun), of Germanic origin; related to Dutch rib(be) and German Rippe. Sense 1 of the verb dates from the mid 16th century; the sense ‘tease’ was originally a US slang usage meaning ‘to fool, dupe’ (1930s).

   Derivatives

   • 1. ribless adjective
   • 2. riblike adjective

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   What does RIB stand for?

   • RIB stands for relevé d’identité bancaire, meaning ‘statement of banking identity’, or just another way of saying bank account details. It is merely a pre-printed form with your bank account number and sort codes for national and international transactions.

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   What is the purpose of a rib?

   • The ribs help protect vital organs in the thorax such as the heart and lungs, and they assist with breathing. Don’t be fooled their long, curved shape! Rib bones are not classified as long bones. Instead, anatomists classify the ribs as flat bones, and they are located within the axial skeleton.

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   Where is the rib located?

   • Instead, anatomists classify the ribs as flat bones, and they are located within the axial skeleton. Together with the sternum, thoracic vertebrae, and costal cartilages, the ribs form the thoracic cage, also called the bony thorax.

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   What is a rib made of?

   • The ribs partially enclose and protect the chest cavity, where many vital organs (including the heart and the lungs) are located. The rib cage is collectively made up of long, curved individual bones with joint-connections to the spinal vertebrae.

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3. www.theskeletalsystem.net › chest-bones › ribsThe Ribs: Location, Anatomy, Functions, & Labeled Diagram

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   Nov 18, 2022 · The ribs are 12 pairs of curved, flat bones that form the thoracic cage or rib cage, the bony structure that shapes the thoracic cavity and protects various organs. Despite being relatively thin and light, these bones are highly resilient. Where Are the Ribs Located. Ribs are located in the chest.

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   ˈrib. Synonyms of rib. 1. a. : any of the paired curved bony or partly cartilaginous rods that stiffen the walls of the body of most vertebrates and protect the viscera. b (1) : a cut of meat including a rib see beef illustration. (2) : a boneless cut of meat (such as beef or pork) from a rib section.

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6. dictionary.cambridge.org › us › dictionaryRIB | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   one of the bones that curve around from the spine (= the line of bones down the center of the back) on each side of the upper part of the body to form the chest. A rib is also a piece of meat taken from this part of an animal: barbecued ribs.

7. www.kenhub.com › en › libraryTrue ribs: Anatomy, structure and function | Kenhub

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   Feb 8, 2024 · The ribs are the twelve pairs of curved, flat bones that form the majority of the thoracic cage. The true ribs, also known as the vertebrosternal ribs, represent the first seven pairs, with ribs 8-10 termed false ribs (vertebrochondral), while ribs 11-12 are known as floating (vertebral, free) ribs. In some texts, ribs 8-12 are collectively ...

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   • Pork spare ribs. Some of the most common and widely available ribs on the market, pork spare ribs are similar to baby back ribs, albeit a tad richer. They come from the ends of baby backs, along the breast bone, and extend around the belly and attach to the sternum (via Texas Monthly).
   • Baby back ribs. When most people think of ribs, chance are good that baby backs are what come to mind. The subject of the iconic Chili's baby back ribs jingle, these come from where the rib meets the spine after the loin is removed.
   • St. Louis-style ribs. Right up there with baby back ribs and spare ribs, St. Louis-style ribs is one of the most widely used cuts of pork on menus and in markets — especially in the South.
   • Country-style pork ribs. Hearty, hefty, and undeniably meaty, country-style pork ribs are a go-to choice for an all-out barbecue feast. They come from the upper shoulder end of the loin, and while that means they're technically not from the ribs of the pig, they get their name from the fact that the flavor, texture, and cooking process are similar (via Butcherbox).

9. anatomy.app › encyclopedia › ribsRibs | Encyclopedia | Anatomy.app | Learn anatomy | 3D models ...

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   The ribs (Latin: costae) are long, flat and curved bones. They articulate with vertebrae of the thoracic spine forming the majority of the rib cage. The rib cage provides support and protection for such vital internal organs as the heart, lungs, spleen and liver, as well as major blood vessels.

10. www.collinsdictionary.com › us › dictionaryRIB definition in American English | Collins English Dictionary

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    May 4, 2024 · Definition of 'rib' Word Frequency. rib. (rɪb ) Word forms: ribs plural. 1. countable noun. Your ribs are the 12 pairs of curved bones that surround your chest. Her heart was thumping against her ribs. 2. countable noun. A rib of meat such as beef or pork is a piece that has been cut to include one of the animal's ribs. ...a rib of beef.