cervix

[sur-viks]

noun

Anatomy.

plural

cervixes, cervices 

1. the neck, especially the back part.

2. any necklike part, especially the constricted lower end of the uterus.

cervix

/ ˈsɜːvɪks /

noun

1. the technical name for neck

2. any necklike part of an organ, esp the lower part of the uterus that extends into the vagina

cervix

1. A neck-shaped anatomical structure, especially the narrowed, lower end of the uterus that extends into the vagina.

cervix

1. The narrow outer end of the uterus. A portion of the cervix extends into the vagina. (See reproductive systems.)

Other Word Forms

• cervical adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of cervix¹

First recorded in 1375–1425; late Middle English, from Latin cervīx “neck, nape, uterine cervix”

Word History and Origins

Origin of cervix¹

C18: from Latin

Example Sentences

During the biopsy, which found a polyp on her cervix which was then removed without warning, Mrs Lord repeatedly said it was "really painful" but was not offered pain relief, she said.

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Kate Dyson, 44, from Hastings, underwent the surgery six months ago after having a subtotal hysterectomy just over four years ago to remove her uterus - a procedure which leaves the cervix in place.

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She was referred for an internal ultrasound and recalled feeling extremely anxious when a nurse couldn't locate her cervix and more staff were called in for second opinions.

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Cancer Research UK urged women and people with a cervix not to wait for a screening invitation if they noticed any unusual changes.

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It also stayed attached to the left fallopian tube and cervix.

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