pelvic

adjective

pel·​vic ˈpel-vik How to pronounce pelvic (audio)
: of, relating to, or located in or near the pelvis
pelvic noun

Examples of pelvic in a Sentence

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Rebounding can support your cardiovascular endurance, lymphatic drainage, pelvic floor engagement, and even joint health, adds physical therapist Natalie Bravo, DPT. Jordan Galloway, SELF, 15 July 2025 One way to improve the condition is to do exercises called kegels that help to strengthen the pelvic floor. Vanessa Etienne, People.com, 8 July 2025 Here are some of the best pelvic floor exercises that also happen to benefit your core, glutes and breathing. Mara Santilli, Flow Space, 4 July 2025 State Medicaid covers different types of family planning, including pelvic and breast exams and contraceptives at no charge to the client. Rebecca-Ann Jattan, Sacbee.com, 1 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for pelvic

Word History

First Known Use

1799, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of pelvic was in 1799

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“Pelvic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/pelvic. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

pelvic

adjective
pel·​vic ˈpel-vik How to pronounce pelvic (audio)
: of, relating to, or located in or near the pelvis
pelvic bones

Medical Definition

pelvic

1 of 2 adjective
pel·​vic ˈpel-vik How to pronounce pelvic (audio)
: of, relating to, or located in or near the pelvis
pelvic organs
pelvic pain

pelvic

2 of 2 noun
: a pelvic part

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