Hipbone

usgb/ˈhɪpˌboʊn/
noun

The hipbone is one of the large bones in the pelvis that connects the spine to the legs.

The surgeon showed me the hipbone during the anatomy lesson.
Visual representation of "hipbone" - The hipbone is one of the large bones in the pelvis that connects the spine to the legs.

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pelvic bone, iliac bone, skeleton

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Anatomy

In anatomy, the hipbone is crucial for understanding human structure.

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The hipbone helps in understanding basic body mechanics.
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Common Usage

In discussions about health, using 'hipbone' indicates a specific anatomical focus.

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We discussed injuries related to hipbones in physical therapy.
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Movement

In dance, the flexibility of the hipbone is essential for graceful movements.

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Dancers often need to work on their hipbone flexibility.
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