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chests

n. countable
A2 Elementary US //ˈtʃɛsts// UK //tʃˈɛsts// chests

n. the front part of your body between your neck and stomach. It can also mean large, strong boxes used for storage.

n. the upper front part of the human torso, enclosed by the ribs and containing the heart and lungs; alternatively, large, sturdy boxes used for storage or transport.


SIMPLE

He felt a sharp pain in his chest while running.

CONTEXTUAL

The pirates buried several heavy wooden chests filled with gold coins deep beneath the sand.

COMPLEX

The physician noted that the patient's chest expanded symmetrically during deep inhalation, suggesting that the respiratory muscles were functioning normally despite the recent injury.

Synonyms
Usage

When referring to the body part, it is almost always used in the singular unless discussing multiple people.

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