the hollow spine of a feather | support resembling the rib of an animal |
any tropical Asian palm of the genus Calamus; light tough stems are a source of rattan canes | a projecting molding on the underside of a vault or ceiling; may be ornamental or structural |
perennial marsh plant having swordlike leaves and aromatic roots | any of the 12 pairs of curved arches of bone extending from the spine to or toward the sternum in humans (and similar bones in most vertebrates) |
the aromatic root of the sweet flag used medicinally | a riblike supporting or strengthening part of an animal or plant |
| a teasing remark |
| cut of meat including one or more ribs |