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

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While Kegel exercises and pelvic floor physical therapy can help manage these symptoms, some women experience permanent changes that require ongoing management. Jennifer Byrne, Popular Science, 5 Mar. 2026 Penile length shortening is also common following prostatectomy/pelvic surgery. Md Published, Verywell Health, 5 Mar. 2026 In 2025, the actress revealed that she was diagnosed with fibroids back in 2014, and like far too many other women with the condition, had suffered silently for much longer, dealing with heavy periods and severe pelvic pain that she’d been led to believe were normal. Beth Krietsch, SELF, 2 Mar. 2026 On May 28, 2025, the dog was admitted with spasmic pelvic limb movements, neurological issue, skin lesions and fractures. Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 27 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for pelvic

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of pelvic was in 1799

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“Pelvic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pelvic. Accessed 8 Mar. 2026.

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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