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1pectoral
noun pec·to·ral \ˈpek-t(ə-)rəl\
Definition of PECTORAL
1
: something worn on the breast
2
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First Known Use of PECTORAL
15th century
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2pectoral
adjective
: relating to or located on the chest
Full Definition of PECTORAL
1
: of, situated in or on, or worn on the chest
2
: coming from the breast or heart as the seat of emotion
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Origin of PECTORAL
Middle French or Latin; Middle French, from Latin pectoralis, from pector-, pectus breast; akin to Tocharian A päśšäm breasts, Old Irish ucht breast
First Known Use: 1578
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