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01
wervelkolom
the row of small bones that are joined together down the center of the back of the body
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The surgeon carefully examined the patient 's spine to assess the extent of the injury.
De chirurg onderzocht zorgvuldig de wervelkolom van de patiënt om de omvang van het letsel te beoordelen.
Proper posture helps maintain the natural alignment of the spine and prevents back pain.
Een goede houding helpt de natuurlijke uitlijning van de wervelkolom te behouden en voorkomt rugpijn.
02
doorn, stekel
a sharp pointed part that grows on some animals and plants as a means of protection
Voorbeelden
The porcupine 's spine can pierce skin easily.
Fish have spines supporting their fins.
03
rug, band
the edge of a book that binds all the pages together, usually with the title and the publisher's name appearing on its cover
Voorbeelden
The book 's spine was cracked from frequent use.
She read the title on the spine before pulling the book from the shelf.
04
doorn, stekel
a small sharp-pointed tip resembling a spike on a stem or leaf
Voorbeelden
The cactus is covered with spines along its stems.
Roses have spines to protect against herbivores.
05
doorn, scherpe uitsteeksel
any sharply pointed projection
Voorbeelden
The sculpture featured metal spines protruding from its surface.
Icicles hung from the roof like frozen spines.
06
moed, karaktersterkte
inner strength, moral courage, or the ability to stand up for oneself
Voorbeelden
At least he 's got a spine; unlike the others who avoided the tough conversation.
Hij heeft tenminste ruggengraat ; in tegenstelling tot de anderen die het moeilijke gesprek vermeden.
She showed spine by presenting her ideas despite opposition.
Ze toonde moed door haar ideeën te presenteren ondanks tegenstand.
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