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pubic bone

 
Medical Dictionary: pubic bone

n.

The forward portion of either of the hipbones, at the juncture forming the front arch of the pelvis. Also called pubis.

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The noun has one meaning:

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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