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pubis

Syllabification: (pu·bis)
Pronunciation: /ˈpyo͞obəs/

Definition of pubis

noun (plural pubes /-bēz/)

  • either of a pair of bones forming the two sides of the pelvis.

Origin:

late 16th century: from Latin os pubis 'bone of the pubes'

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