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pubis

Pronunciation: /ˈpjuːbɪs/
Definition of pubis

noun (plural pubes /-biːz/)

  • 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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Definition of pubis in the US English dictionary
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