Meaning & Definition of Cervix in English
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Cervix
The narrow lower end of the uterus that opens into the vagina.
Pronunciation:
/ˈsɜrvɪks/Part of Speech:
nounPlural:
cervicesDetailed Definitions
Definition: The lower part of the uterus that forms a canal opening into the vagina.
Example Sentence: During a Pap smear, cells are taken from the cervix to check for abnormalities.
Definition: The structure in the female reproductive system that acts as a gateway between the vagina and the uterus.
Example Sentence: The cervix plays an important role during childbirth as it dilates to allow the baby to pass through.
Etymology
Origin: From Latin 'cervix' meaning 'neck'.
Synonyms
neck of the uterusuterine cervix
Common Phrases and Expressions
- cervical cancer: A type of cancer that occurs in the cervix.
- cervical mucus: The fluid produced by the cervix that changes in consistency during the menstrual cycle.
- cervical dilation: The opening of the cervix during labor.
Translations
- Spanish: cérvix
- French: col de l'utérus
- German: Zervix
- Russian: шейка матки
Related Words
- uterus: The organ in which a fetus develops during pregnancy.
- vagina: The muscular tube leading from the external genitals to the cervix of the uterus.
Slang Meanings of cervix
Meaning: Cervical passage
Example Sentence: Some may refer to the cervix informally as the cervical passage during discussions about anatomy.