Crossword clue: the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord

The most common answer is rachis (6 letters).

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Possible answers

rachis 6 letters wn-def

the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord

spine 5 letters wn-def

the series of vertebrae forming the axis of the skeleton and protecting the spinal cord