Definition of Epicoracoid. Meaning of Epicoracoid. Synonyms of Epicoracoid

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Definition of Epicoracoid

Epicoracoid
Epicoracoid Ep`i*cor"a*coid, n. [Pref. epi- + coracoid.] (Anat.) A ventral cartilaginous or bony element of the coracoid in the shoulder girdle of some vertebrates.

Meaning of Epicoracoid from wikipedia

- morphology of the pectoral girdle of frogs. In arciferal girdles, the epicoracoid cartilages are fused anteriorly, but are separate and overlapping posteriorly...
- morphology of the pectoral girdle of frogs. In firmisternal girdles, the epicoracoid cartilages are fused anteriorly and posteriorly, and usually have an...
- distinctions. They have reduced Bidder's organs, and partially fused pectoral epicoracoid cartilage. In addition, they have a slender habitus and elongate limbs...
- posterolateral region, and the presence of slightly overlapping cartilages in the epicoracoid. Speciation can be determined by a number of morphological factors, such...