English Explanatory Dictionary

ischium

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. The lowest of the three bones that make up each side of the pelvis.

Pronunciation

/ˈɪskɪəm/ /ˈɪskiəm/

Word forms

ischium ischia

Etymology

17th century, from Latin ischium, from Ancient Greek ἰσχίον (iskhíon, “hip joint”).

Related words

bone

Derived words

ischiadic ischial ischiatic
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