subcostal

noun

  1. 1

    A subcostal muscle.

  2. 2

    One of the principal nervures of the wings of an insect. It is situated next beneath or behind the costal.

Synonyms

adjective

  1. 1

    Below a rib or the ribs.

  2. 2

    Pertaining to the subcosta and/or the area of the wing next to it.

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