Thesaurus results for CHINE

chine

noun

ˈchīn

as in spine

a column of bones supporting the trunk of a vertebrate animal uncovered the chine of some animal while digging in the backyard

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Recent Examples of chine Zimmermann’s maxi dress definitely looks the part, complete with a pastel palette and ruffled tiers of silk-blend crêpe de chine. —

Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 23 Jan. 2026 The app will also feature new interactive games like Do-Good Detectives and Dance Moo-chine, along with crafts and recipes designed for bonding time. —

Moná Thomas, PEOPLE, 6 Nov. 2025 At low speeds, the wide upper chines deliver stability and good fuel performance. —

Tristan Rutherford, Robb Report, 8 Sep. 2025 There's a sharp nose with a prominent chine blending the wings into the fuselage, which is optimized for stealth. —

New Atlas, 17 Aug. 2025

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spine

Noun

The movement also strengthens the transverse abdominis − a deep muscle that stabilizes the core − and a group of muscles that runs along the spine known as the erector spinae.

— Daryl Austin, USA Today, 15 Mar. 2026
At the same time, your core muscles dynamically stabilize your spine to maintain upright posture as your weight transfers from one leg to the other.

— Dana Santas, CNN Money, 12 Mar. 2026