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Xiphiplastron
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What's The Definition Of Xiphiplastron?Synonyms | Synonyms for Xiphiplastron: Related Terms | Find terms related to Xiphiplastron: See Also | Xiphiplastron In Webster's Dictionary \Xiph"i*plas"tron\, n.; pl. {Xiphiplastra}. [NL.,
fr. Gr. xi`fos a sword + plastron.] (Anat.)
The posterior, or fourth, lateral plate in the plastron of
turtles; -- called also {xiphisternum}.
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