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脊椎
jǐzhuī
Description
脊椎是我们背后那一根长长的骨头，从脖子一直到腰。
The 脊椎 is the long bone along our back, from the neck down to the waist.
有脊椎的动物叫脊椎动物，比如猫、狗和人。
Animals with a 脊椎 are called 脊椎 animals, such as cats, dogs, and humans.
Meanings
脊椎jǐzhuī
the spine; the backbone; vertebra
他摔了一跤，脊椎受了伤。
He fell and injured his spine.
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Notes
- Etymology
脊 means spine/back and 椎 means vertebra, together naming the backbone.
- Nuance
脊椎 is the anatomical term; everyday speech often uses 背 for the back.
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