iliac
|il-i-ac|
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/ɪˈlaɪ.æk/
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/ˈɪl.i.æk/ or /ɪˈlaɪ.æk/
related to the ilium (pelvis)
Etymology
Etymology Information
'iliac' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'iliacus,' where 'ilium' meant 'flank, groin'.
Historical Evolution
'iliacus' passed through Medieval/late Latin into English (via Middle English) and eventually became the modern English word 'iliac'.
Meaning Changes
Initially it meant 'of the ilium (flank/groin),' and over time it has retained this anatomical meaning as 'relating to the ilium or nearby region'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
an ilium; one of the paired large bones forming the upper part of the pelvis (used in anatomy).
The surgeon examined the patient's iliac for signs of fracture.
Synonyms
Last updated: 2025/12/01 07:04