pelvic

adjective

pel·​vic ˈpel-vik How to pronounce pelvic (audio)
: of, relating to, or located in or near the pelvis
pelvic noun

Examples of pelvic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Electrical stimulation: This involves the placement of electrodes on the perineum to stimulate the pelvic floor muscles with gentle electrical currents. James Myhre & Dennis Sifris, Md, Verywell Health, 8 July 2024 Musculoskeletal Damage: Lower back, pelvic, and other joint pain is fairly common postpartum. Renee Plant, Parents, 8 July 2024 While these non-cancerous growths are common, managing their symptoms, like intense pelvic pain and heavy, irregular bleeding, can be challenging. Sandra Rose Salathe, Flow Space, 28 June 2024 Botox is considered a more advanced and invasive treatment for overactive bladder, and should only be used after other options, such as weight loss, diet changes, pelvic floor therapy and medications, are found to be unhelpful. Katie Camero, USA TODAY, 15 Apr. 2024 See all Example Sentences for pelvic 

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Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pelvic was in 1799

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Cite this Entry

“Pelvic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pelvic. Accessed 15 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

pelvic

adjective
pel·​vic ˈpel-vik How to pronounce pelvic (audio)
: of, relating to, or located in or near the pelvis
pelvic bones

Medical Definition

pelvic

1 of 2 adjective
pel·​vic ˈpel-vik How to pronounce pelvic (audio)
: of, relating to, or located in or near the pelvis
pelvic organs
pelvic pain

pelvic

2 of 2 noun
: a pelvic part

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