Pubic
Pubic
Pubic (/ˈpjuːbɪk/), derived from the Latin pubis, refers to the region of the body in the vicinity of the pubic bone, which is a part of the pelvis. It is a term often used in the field of anatomy and medicine to describe structures and conditions related to this area.
Etymology
The term "pubic" comes from the Latin word pubis, which means "of the groin". It is related to the Latin word pubes, meaning "adult, full-grown, manly".
Pronunciation
The term "pubic" is pronounced as /ˈpjuːbɪk/.
Related Terms
- Pubic bone: The anterior part of the hip bone, located in front of the pelvic body.
- Pubic hair: The hair that appears on the body during puberty in the pubic region.
- Pubic symphysis: A cartilaginous joint that sits between and connects the left and right superior rami of the pubic bone.
- Pubic tubercle: A prominent forward-projecting tubercle on the upper border of the medial portion of the superior ramus of the pubic bone.
- Pubic region: The area on the front of the body just above the genitals and below the abdomen.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Pubic
- Wikipedia's article - Pubic
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