La columna
Example: La columna vertebral sostiene todo el cuerpo con firmeza.
Definition
"La columna" refers to the column or spine, typically meaning the vertebral column, which is the series of bones forming the backbone that supports the body firmly and protects the spinal cord.
Etymology
The term "la columna" comes from Latin 'columna,' meaning 'pillar' or 'column.' It originally referred to architectural pillars but was later used metaphorically in anatomy to describe the spine because of its supportive, pillar-like function in the body.
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"La columna" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (C1) - set 2", containing 116 commonly used words.
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