intercostal
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/ˌɪntərˈkɑːstl/
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/ˌɪntəˈkɒstl/
between the ribs
The doctor examined the patient's intercostal muscles for signs of inflammation.
医生检查了病人的肋间肌肉是否有炎症的迹象。