pelvis

Definition

The large compound bone structure at the base of the spine that supports the legs in hominids.

Etymology

From Latin pēlvis (“basin”), from Old Latin pēluis (“basin”), further etymology uncertain.

Example Sentences

• "Meronyms: hip bone, os coxae; sacrum; coccyx"
• "Elvis was swinging his pelvis around and the ladies were swooning."
• "Near-synonyms: infundibulum, choana, cornu"

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