The phrase "thoracic cavity" refers to a space or area in the body that is located in the chest region. It is surrounded by the ribcage and contains important organs such as the heart and the lungs. Full definition
We actually cracked open the thoracic cavity in our cadavers today in lab, we didn't look much at the heart yet, but I can tell you it is certainly not filled with cookie dough and chocolate chips. (ericasweettooth.com)
I'd been standing three - deep on the sideline when a typical full - speed altercation ended with the YMM receiver pushed out of bounds; those in front had parted and I'd taken the kid's elbow straight to the big bone of my thoracic cavity. (sbnation.com)
The crew, wearing yellow rain slickers and using long - handled knives, cuts the blubber off in yards - long strips before diving into the thoracic cavity. (popsci.com)