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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Your diaphragm, deep core muscles and pelvic floor work synergistically during breathing and postural tasks, research has shown. Dana Santas, CNN Money, 26 Sep. 2025 Over-the-counter pain relievers, warm compresses or heating pads for abdominal or pelvic pain, staying hydrated and getting adequate rest can help manage symptoms in the short term. Daryl Austin, USA Today, 23 Sep. 2025 Women can develop multiple symptoms, like heavy menstrual bleeding, pelvic pain, frequent urination, constipation and back pain. Lauren Giella, MSNBC Newsweek, 18 Sep. 2025 When my son was born, I was cut from underneath my chest all the way down to my pelvic region. Wendy Grossman Kantor, PEOPLE, 18 Sep. 2025 See All Example Sentences for pelvic

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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“Pelvic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pelvic. Accessed 30 Sep. 2025.

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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