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rib vs true rib

true rib vs rib

rib and true rib both are nouns.

rib is a verb but true rib is not a verb.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
rib Yes No Yes No
true rib Yes No No No
As nouns, true rib is a hyponym of rib; that is, true rib is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than rib:
  • rib: 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)
  • true rib: one of the first seven ribs in a human being which attach to the sternum
rib (noun) true rib (noun)
support resembling the rib of an animal one of the first seven ribs in a human being which attach to the sternum
a projecting molding on the underside of a vault or ceiling; may be ornamental or structural
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)
a riblike supporting or strengthening part of an animal or plant
a teasing remark
cut of meat including one or more ribs
rib (verb) true rib (verb)
subject to laughter or ridicule
form vertical ribs by knitting
Difference between rib and true rib

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