cervical

adjective

cer·​vi·​cal ˈsər-vi-kəl How to pronounce cervical (audio)
: of or relating to a neck or cervix

Examples of cervical in a Sentence

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This supports the cervical spine’s natural curve and prevents the head from tilting backward, causing neck strain. Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 27 Dec. 2025 Gift yourself better sleep with 60% off a supportive cervical neck pillow, plus get steep discounts on sheet sets and even 100% silk pillowcases. Paige Bennett, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Dec. 2025 The pillow is well-suited for back sleepers, too, as the divot helps keep Baker’s head and neck aligned (a bit like a cervical neck pillow). Julia Harrison, Architectural Digest, 18 Dec. 2025 In general, this applies to women 25 and older who are due for screening and do not have symptoms suggestive of cervical cancer, such as unexplained vaginal bleeding or discharge. Katia Hetter, CNN Money, 11 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for cervical

Word History

First Known Use

1668, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of cervical was in 1668

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“Cervical.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/cervical. Accessed 2 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

cervical

adjective
cer·​vi·​cal ˈsər-vi-kəl How to pronounce cervical (audio)
: of or relating to a neck or cervix

Medical Definition

cervical

adjective
cer·​vi·​cal
ˈsər-vi-kəl, British usually sər-ˈvī-kəl
: of or relating to a neck or cervix
cervical cancer

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