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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Biofeedback therapy or muscle retraining exercises: These may help your body physically release stool if there's an issue with the coordination between your pelvic floor and anorectal muscles. Cristina Mutchler, Health, 8 Apr. 2025 Pelvic Floor Care Pregnancy and childbirth—whether vaginally or C-section—can increase the risk of developing pelvic floor disorders. Melissa Willets, Parents, 2 Apr. 2025 Snatch offers a range of specialists for moms to chat with, including a pelvic floor therapist, a sleep consultant and a postpartum doula, among others. Hannah Sacks, People.com, 1 Apr. 2025 Especially once a healthy Steph Curry returns from his pelvic contusion on Friday, which is the plan. Omar Kelly, Miami Herald, 26 Mar. 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 15 Apr. 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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