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cervix uteri

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun cervix uteri has 1 sense
  1. cervix, uterine cervix, cervix uteri - necklike opening to the uterus
    --1 is a kind of orifice, opening, porta
    --1 is a part of uterus, womb
    --1 has particulars: incompetent cervix

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Cervix Uteri

Noun: The cervix uteri, commonly known as the cervix, is the narrow, cylindrical lower part of the uterus that connects the uterus to the vagina.

Senses and Usages:

  1. Medical: In medical terms, the cervix uteri plays a significant role in the female reproductive system, allowing menstrual flow from the uterus into the vagina and serving as the passage for sperm to enter the uterus during intercourse.
  2. Example Sentence: Regular Pap smears help in detecting any abnormalities in the cervix uteri.

  3. Anatomy: From an anatomical perspective, the cervix uteri refers to the structure that forms the lower and narrow portion of the uterus.
  4. Example Sentence: The cervix uteri dilates during childbirth to allow the baby to pass from the uterus through the birth canal.

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