noun

cervix

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Cervix (noun) means the narrow lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina. Example: “The doctor examined the cervix during the checkup.”

noun

The narrow lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina.

"The doctor examined the cervix during the checkup."

Anatomically, any narrow, neck-like part connecting two larger structures.

"The term can also refer to the cervix of a tooth."

How to use cervix

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe narrow neck-like passage at the base of the uterus.

Easily confused with

uterus →

Word forms

cervixes plural, cervices plural

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Etymology

Borrowed directly from Latin cervix, meaning "neck".

Origin: Latin

Synonyms

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neck cervix uteri uterine cervix

Related words

neck make out

Frequently asked questions

What is the meaning of cervix?

"cervix" (noun) means the narrow lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina.

What is another word for cervix?

Other words for "cervix" include neck, cervix uteri, uterine cervix.

What are the different meanings of cervix?

"cervix" has 2 main meanings: 1. The narrow lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina; 2. Anatomically, any narrow, neck-like part connecting two larger structures.

How do you use cervix in a sentence?

Example: "The doctor examined the cervix during the checkup."

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