acetabulous
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/ˌæsɪˈtæbjʊləs/
(acetabulum)
hip socket
Etymology
Etymology Information
'acetabulous' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'acetabulum,' where 'acetum' meant 'vinegar' and '-bulum' was a suffix used to denote a container or receptacle.
Historical Evolution
'acetabulum' transformed into the English word 'acetabulous' to describe something resembling or related to the acetabulum.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to a vinegar cup, but over time it evolved to describe the hip socket and related structures.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
resembling or pertaining to the acetabulum, the cup-shaped socket in the hip bone.
The acetabulous structure of the joint allows for a wide range of motion.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/04/18 03:51