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rachidial

ra·chis
R r

Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [rey-kis]
    • /ˈreɪ kɪs/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [rey-kis]
    • /ˈreɪ kɪs/

Definitions of rachidial word

  • noun plural rachidial Botany. the axis of an inflorescence when somewhat elongated, as in a raceme. (in a pinnately compound leaf or frond) the prolongation of the petiole along which the leaflets are disposed. any of various axial structures. 1
  • noun plural rachidial Ornithology. the part of the shaft of a feather bearing the web. 1
  • noun plural rachidial Anatomy. spinal column. 1

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Origin of rachidial

First appearance:

before 1775
One of the 45% newest English words
1775-85; < New Latin < Greek rháchis spine, ridge, backbone

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Parts of speech for Rachidial

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

rachidial popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 74% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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