Vertebral
(adjective)
- Relating to or consisting of the vertebrae, the bones of the spine.
- Relating to or affecting the spinal column or the vertebrae.
Origin:
From the latin word "vertebra" meaning "joint".
Examples:
- He has a vertebral injury that caused a lot of pain.
- The vertebral column provides support and flexibility to the spinal cord.
- The vertebral column is made up of 33 vertebrae.
- He has a vertebral disorder that causes him to have a curved spine.
- The vertebral artery supplies blood to the brain.