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pectoral

1. pec.to.ral \'pek-t(*-)r*l\ n : something worn on the breast 
2. pectoral aj [MF or L; MF, fr. L pectoralis, fr. pector-, pectus breast; 
   a]kin to Toch A pa:s's'a:m the two breasts 1: of, situated in or on, or 
   worn on the chest  2: relating to or good for diseases of the respiratory 
   tract  3: coming from the breast or heart as the seat of emotion : 
   SUBJECTIV E