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Meaning of pectoral

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

pectoral

Pronunciation:/pɛkˈtɔɹəl/

noun

Definitions

  1. A pectoral fin.

  2. Protective armor for a horse's breast.

  3. A covering or protection for the breast.

  4. A breastplate, especially that worn by the Jewish high priest.

adjective

Definitions

  1. Of or pertaining to the breast, or chest.

    Example: the pectoral muscles

  2. Relating to, or good for, diseases of the chest or lungs.

  3. Having the breast conspicuously colored.

    Example: the pectoral sandpiper