Pelvis

Pronunciation

Definition 1

The area of the body below the abdomen that contains the hip bones, bladder, and rectum. In females, it also contains the vagina, uterus, fallopian tubes, and ovaries. In males, it also contains the prostate. (NCI Dictionary)

Definition 2

The bony, basin-shaped structure formed by the hipbones and the base of the backbone supporting the lower limbs in humans. (NCI Thesaurus)

Definition 3

The lower part of the abdomen, located between the hip bones. (NCI Dictionary)

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