Piriform
Adjective
Having the shape of a pear; used especially to describe certain anatomical structures.
The piriformis muscle is located in the gluteal region.

Often appears as...
- pear-shaped structures
- muscles and anatomy
Usage tips
Neutral
Anatomical structure, piriformis muscle, piriform sinus
Adjective
Having the shape of a pear; used especially to describe certain anatomical structures.
The piriformis muscle is located in the gluteal region.

Often appears as...
- pear-shaped structures
- muscles and anatomy
Usage tips
Neutral
Anatomical structure, piriformis muscle, piriform sinus
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Contextual Usage
Understanding the anatomical context can be essential when discussing the piriformis muscle.
In discussions involving human anatomy.
Visualisation
To comprehend 'piriform', visualize a pear shape.
This aids in remembering the definition.
Biological Relevance
In biology, the term often describes fruits that have a similar shape.
Examples include certain pear varieties.
Contextual Usage
Understanding the anatomical context can be essential when discussing the piriformis muscle.
In discussions involving human anatomy.
Visualisation
To comprehend 'piriform', visualize a pear shape.
This aids in remembering the definition.
Biological Relevance
In biology, the term often describes fruits that have a similar shape.
Examples include certain pear varieties.
Contextual Usage
Understanding the anatomical context can be essential when discussing the piriformis muscle.
In discussions involving human anatomy.
Visualisation
To comprehend 'piriform', visualize a pear shape.
This aids in remembering the definition.
Biological Relevance
In biology, the term often describes fruits that have a similar shape.
Examples include certain pear varieties.
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