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Definition of "uterosacral" [uterosacral]

  • Relating to the uterus and the sacrum: noting certain folds of peritoneum, the recto-uterine folds (which see, under recto-uterine).

The Century Dictionary (Public Domain)

Use "uterosacral" in a sentence
  • "—The ligaments of the uterus are eight in number: one anterior; one posterior; two lateral or broad; two uterosacral; and two round ligaments."
  • "They contain a considerable amount of fibrous tissue and non-striped muscular fibers which are attached to the front of the sacrum and constitute the uterosacral ligaments."
  • "As the stool passes between the uterosacral ligaments, the characteristic dyschezia is experienced."