Acromiosternal

/ˌækroʊmiəʊˈstɜrnəl/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or connecting the acromion and the sternum (breastbone).

Etymology

From acromion (Greek akron + omos) combined with sternal from Latin sternum meaning breastbone, used to describe anatomical pathways or relationships.

Kelly Says

This word maps a pathway across your chest and shoulder—medical professionals use it to describe distances or relationships between these widely-separated landmarks on your skeleton.

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