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acetabulum
This term is a specialized anatomical designation used primarily in medical, surgical, and orthopedic contexts. It carries a neutral, clinical tone and is rarely encountered in general conversation unless discussing specific hip injuries or skeletal anatomy.
Because it is a Latin-derived anatomical term, the plural form follows the second declension Latin pattern, changing the final m to a. This irregular pluralization is standard in medical terminology to maintain consistency with the word's etymological roots.
Meanings
Examples
The X-ray shows a clear fracture of the acetabulum.
The head of the femur fits snugly into the acetabulum.
I need to check if the prosthetic cup is properly seated in the acetabulum.
The acetabulum is a deep socket that provides stability to the hip joint.
Does the pain radiate from the acetabulum down to the leg?
Congenital dislocation occurs when the femoral head is not properly held by the acetabulum.
Congenital dislocation occurs when the femoral head is not properly held by the acetabulum.
The surgeon must carefully ream the acetabulum before inserting the implant.
Wait, is that a chip in the acetabulum or just an artifact on the scan?