n.
The forward portion of either of the hipbones, at the juncture forming the front arch of the pelvis. Also called pubis.
pubic bone
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Meaning #1:
one of the three sections of the hipbone; together the two pubic bones form the front of the pelvis
Synonyms: pubis, os pubis
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