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Pectoral
, from the Latin
pectoralis
(plural
pectorales
), "pertaining to the breast/chest", can refer to:
Pectoral cross
, a cross worn on the chest
a decorative, usually jeweled version of a
gorget
Pectoralis major muscle
Pectoralis minor muscle
Pectoral fins
of an aquatic animal, such as a whale or fish, are located on both sides of the body. In marine mammals, these fins are homologous with human arms
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