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hip bone
In medical and anatomical contexts, this term refers specifically to the os coxae, which is composed of the fused ilium, ischium, and pubis. While often used interchangeably with pelvis in casual conversation, the hip bone specifically describes the individual lateral structures that form the socket for the femur.
Because it is a physical anatomical structure, it follows standard countability rules. In clinical reports, it is frequently used in the singular when referring to a specific side of the body or in the plural when discussing bilateral symmetry or systemic conditions.
Meanings
Examples
The X-ray shows a hairline fracture in the left hip bone.
I can feel my hip bone poking through my skin because I have lost so much weight.
Place your hands on your hip bone to find the correct alignment for the belt.
The athlete suffered a severe impact that cracked his hip bone during the collision.
Does it hurt when I apply pressure to your hip bone?
The fossil was missing a piece of the hip bone which made dating the specimen difficult.
She wondered if her hip bone was naturally wider than her sisters.
The surgeon carefully repaired the shattered hip bone using titanium plates.