xiphiplastron

English edit

Etymology edit

Ancient Greek ξίφος (xíphos, “sword”) + plastron

Noun edit

xiphiplastron (plural xiphiplastrons or xiphiplastra)

The posterior, or fourth lateral plate in the plastron of a turtle.

Derived terms edit

xiphiplastral

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