diaphragmatic

[ dahy-uh-frag-mat-ik ]

adjective

1. of the diaphragm.
2. like a diaphragm.

Other Words From

• dia·phrag·mati·cal·ly adverb
• postdi·a·phrag·matic adjective
• subdi·a·phrag·matic adjective
• subdi·a·phrag·mati·cal·ly adverb
• transdi·a·phrag·matic adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of diaphragmatic¹

1650–60; < Greek diaphragmat- (stem of diáphragma diaphragm ) + -ic

Example Sentences

Tonic diaphragmatic contraction is of very much greater rarity.

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The diaphragmatic arch, having its convex side uppermost, enters the thoracic frame as far as the first dorsal vertebra.

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Delsarte established his theory of diaphragmatic breathing in accordance with his anatomical knowledge.

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Breathing, according to its form of production, is: Costal or combined; diaphragmatic; costo-diaphragmatic.

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In breathing to speak or sing there must be such perfect diaphragmatic control that the mouth shall never be out of breath.

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