pelvis
BrE /ˈpel.vɪs/ AmE /ˈpɛl.vɪs/
noun en → es
the part of the body between the abdomen and thighs, containing the reproductive organs in both sexes and the bladder and rectum in men; also called pelvic girdle.
pelvis, hueso pélvico
Collocations pelvic bone · pelvic cavity
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The pelvis is a bowl-shaped structure.
El hueso pélvico es una estructura en forma de cuenco.
a medical examination of the pelvis, especially to check for signs of disease or injury.
examen pélvico
Collocations pelvic exam · pelvic examination
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She had a pelvic exam last week.
Ella tuvo un examen pélvico la semana pasada.