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obturator

Pronunciation: /ˈɒbtjʊəreɪtə/

Definition of obturator

noun

Anatomy

either of two muscles covering the outer front part of the pelvis on each side and involved in movements of the thigh and hip.
[as modifier] relating to the obturator or to the obturator foramen: obturator neurectomy