Word of the Day: Xiphoid

Can you pronounce xiphoid?

Thursday, July 11, 2024

Today's Word Brought to You By adjective 1. Sword-shaped. "The children looked for any xiphoid objects they could use to pretend to duel with each other." "The face masks had small medieval helmets and xiphoid figures printed on them." "The newest Nerf toy has a xiphoid shape." Today's Word Brought to You By Straighten Your Teeth Without Breaking the Bank: Byte Impression Kits Now Only $17.95 Life is hectic, and fitting in orthodontist appointments can feel impossible. That's where Byte comes in. Byte offers a doctor-directed clear aligner treatment plan that lets you straighten your teeth on your own time, from the comfort of your home. Skip the crowded waiting rooms and inconvenient scheduling. Get started with an at-home impression kit for just $17.95 (regularly $95). It's a quick and easy 20-minute process that you can do in your pajamas. Once Byte receives your impressions, you'll get a 3D preview of your potential new smile, allowing Byte's dentists to develop a customized treatment plan that costs thousands less than traditional braces. Byte makes straightening your teeth affordable, convenient, and perfect for busy schedules. Plus, Byte is FSA/HSA eligible. Take control of your smile journey today! Get Started Greek, mid-18th century You may be most familiar with this term in a medical context: The lower third of the human sternum is called the xiphoid process, which is vaguely sword-shaped and can often be seen and felt in newborns. It typically fuses to the rest of the sternum between ages 15 and 30, but it doesn't ossify (harden) until around age 40. The word "xiphoid" hails from the Greek "xiphos," meaning "sword." ... Continue Reading Do you remember these words? Thank you for supporting our advertisers.

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