pelvic

adjective

pel·​vic ˈpel-vik 

: of, relating to, or located in or near the pelvis

pelvic noun

Examples of pelvic in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Your Sexual Health High blood pressure over time damages the small arteries throughout the body, including those in the pelvic area. — Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 23 June 2026

The bridge pose tests the endurance and coordination of the glutes, hamstrings, core, and pelvic stabilizers. — Christa Sgobba, Health, 16 June 2026

Guests and a small community of local members enter a subterranean sanctuary of saunas, steam rooms, rain showers, a hydrotherapy pool, and serene treatment suites offering everything from exosome facials and pelvic-floor toning therapy to detox IV drips. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 10 June 2026

For men, Kling says that strengthening the pelvic floor may also help improve bladder control after prostate surgery and may support erectile function in some cases. — Daryl Austin, USA Today, 10 June 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing pelvic

• pelvic cavity
• pelvic fin
• pelvic girdle
• pelvic inflammatory disease

Kids Definition

pelvic

adjective

pel·​vic ˈpel-vik 

: of, relating to, or located in or near the pelvis

pelvic bones

Medical Definition

pelvic

1 of 2 adjective

pel·​vic ˈpel-vik 

: of, relating to, or located in or near the pelvis

pelvic organs

pelvic pain

pelvic

2 of 2 noun

: a pelvic part