Meaning & use
vertebras
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the small bones that form the flexible column of the spine, in an alternative plural form of 'vertebra'.
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The chiropractor pointed out which vertebras were causing the patient's back pain.
Fossilized vertebras from the ancient reptile were displayed along the museum corridor.
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Although 'vertebrae' is the more traditional Latin plural, 'vertebras' is an accepted anglicized plural used especially in casual or medical speech.
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spinal bones
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