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pubic

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Pubic (adj) means relating to the lower abdominal area around the genitals. Example: “The doctor examined the pubic area for signs of infection.”

adj
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Relating to the lower abdominal area around the genitals.
"The doctor examined the pubic area for signs of infection."

How to use pubic

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishDescribing the genital/groin region of the body.

Common pairings
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Etymology

From "pubis" plus the adjective suffix -ic.

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What is the meaning of pubic?

"pubic" (adj) means relating to the lower abdominal area around the genitals.

How do you use pubic in a sentence?

Example: "The doctor examined the pubic area for signs of infection."

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