What is another word for first rib?
Pronunciation: [fˈɜːst ɹˈɪb] (IPA) 
The "first rib" is a bone located in the upper chest region of the human body. It is the shortest and broadest of the twelve pairs of ribs that make up the ribcage. This bone connects to the top of the sternum or breastbone. Some synonyms for the "first rib" include the superior or top rib, the cervical rib, the clavicular rib, and the costocervical rib. All these names are used interchangeably to refer to this important bone in the human anatomy. The first rib plays a crucial role in anchoring and protecting the upper body's vital organs, including the heart and lungs.
