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os coxae

 

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Term: os coxae

Description:

Os coxae is a Latin term referring to the hip bone, which is one of the three fused bones that form the pelvis. It consists of the ilium, ischium, and pubis, which gradually fuse together during adolescence.

Senses:

  • Anatomy: Refers to the hip bone consisting of the ilium, ischium, and pubis.

Usages:

  1. Medical: The os coxae can be affected by various conditions, such as fractures or degenerative diseases.
  2. Anthropology: The study of os coxae can provide insights into human evolution and migration patterns.

Sample Sentences:

  • During the accident, he suffered a fracture to his left os coxae.
  • The anthropologist analyzed the os coxae of ancient remains to determine their origin.

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