pubic symphysis
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of pubic symphysis
First recorded in 1930–35
Example Sentences
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The pelvis joins together in the anterior of the body at a joint called the pubic symphysis and with the bones of the sacrum at the posterior of the body.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 9, 2022
A narrow symphysis is found at the manubriosternal joint and at the pubic symphysis.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
The strength of the pubic symphysis is important in conferring weight-bearing stability to the pelvis.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
Another example of an amphiarthrosis is the pubic symphysis of the pelvis.
From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013
Placing the tip of the scalpel just below the magter's breast bone, she made the long post-mortem incision down to the pubic symphysis.
From Planet of the Damned by Harrison, Harry
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