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femoral

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Adj — Relating to the femur or the thigh.

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femoral artery femoral nerve

Etymology

From Latin femoralis, from femur ("thigh").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “femoral” mean?

The word “femoral” means relating to the femur or the thigh. In plain terms, a medical/anatomical term describing anything to do with the thigh.

How do you pronounce “femoral”?

“Femoral” is pronounced FEH-muh-ruhl (/ˈfɛ.mə.ɹəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “femoral” in a sentence?

Here is “femoral” used in a sentence: “The paramedic applied pressure to the femoral artery.”

What part of speech is “femoral”?

“Femoral” is an adjective.

Where does the word “femoral” come from?

The word “femoral” comes from Latin. From Latin femoralis, from femur ("thigh").

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