noun, noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no'
intercostal
Anatomical term referring to the space or region between the ribs. Often used in medical contexts or as a modifier with の.
Intercostal neuralgia is a condition where the nerves between the ribs hurt.
The doctor pointed out inflammation of the intercostal muscles.
intercostal muscle
intercostal artery
intercostal nerve
intercostal neuralgia
Compound of 肋 (ろく, 'rib') and 間 (かん, 'interval, space'). The reading ろっかん results from the assimilation of く to a geminate consonant before か.