Definition of "pelvis" []

• A basin-shaped structure of the vertebrate skeleton, composed of the innominate bones on the sides, the pubis in front, and the sacrum and coccyx behind, that rests on the lower limbs and supports the spinal column. (noun)
• The cavity formed by this structure. (noun)
• The hollow funnel in the outlet of the kidney, into which urine is discharged before entering the ureter. Also called renal pelvis. (noun)

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• "In advanced cases the pelvis becomes obliquely contracted -- a deformity known as the _scoliotic pelvis_."
• "My pelvis is giving me so much pain, I had physio before and it did nothing, painkillers take the edge off and then I end up in excruciating pain from overdoing it."
• "A picture of the chest, abdomen and/or pelvis is taken to look for the spread/extent of disease."