Diaphragm refers to the major respiratory muscle responsible for inspiration. Diaphragm is dome-shaped muscle that separates the thoracic cavity from the abdominal cavity; the partition separating the cavity of the chest from that of the abdomen.
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Diaphragm refers to a birth control device consisting of a latex dome on a flexible spring rim. Diaphragm is used with spermicidal cream or jelly.