Meaning of the word "chest cavity" in English
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chest cavity
US /ˈtʃɛst ˈkæv.ɪ.ti/
UK /ˈtʃɛst ˈkæv.ɪ.ti/
Noun
the space within the chest, enclosed by the ribs, sternum, and diaphragm, containing the heart, lungs, and other organs
Example:
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The surgeon carefully opened the patient's chest cavity.
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The lungs are located within the chest cavity.
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