Synonyms for

Pelvis

Verb / ˈpelvʌs / Another word for pelvis — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The pelvis is the large bone structure at the base of the spine that supports the legs and connects to the spine.

Synonyms & similar words

pelvicgirdle hip pelvicarch renalpelvis hipbone sacrum coccyx hip ilium ischium pubis acetabulum tailbone tail

Synonyms by register

Formal

pelvic girdle hip bone innominate bone

Informal

hips butt bottom

Literary

basin cradle

Antonyms

head skull cranium braincase upper body

Common collocations

  • fractured pelvis
  • pelvic floor
  • pelvic pain
  • pelvic surgery
  • pelvic exam
  • pelvic region
  • pelvic bone

Word family

noun pelvis
adjective pelvic

Usage note

The pelvis refers to the bony structure in the lower part of the torso. It is primarily a medical and anatomical term.

Example sentences

  1. The pelvis is an important part of the human body.
  2. The baby's head was too big to fit through the mother's pelvis.
  3. The pelvis is made up of several bones.
  4. The pelvis helps us walk and run.
  5. The pelvis can sometimes be injured in accidents.

Quotes

  • "The pelvis, sir, is the foundation of the human body." - Alistair Cooke
  • "The pelvis is the key to everything." - George Balanchine
  • "The pelvis is a pedestal for the human body." - Martha Graham

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