
Vertebra
Plural Form
When talking about more than one, use 'vertebrae' as the plural form.

She injured several vertebrae while doing gymnastics.
Medical Context
The word is mostly used in medical or biological fields to denote spinal bones.

The MRI showed that the lowest lumbar vertebra was herniated.
Types of Vertebra
Vertebrae vary by location: cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral, and coccygeal are different types.

The cervical vertebrae support the skull and allow for head movement.
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