[TA] the cartilage at the lower end of the sternum. Synonym(s): processus xiphoideus [TA], ensiform process, ensisternum, metasternum, mucro sterni, xiphisternum, xiphoid cartilage
ensisternum
(ĕn″sĭs-tĕr′nŭm) [″ + Gr. sternon, sternum] The xiphoid process.