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ischi-, ischio- — Ischium (the lower and back part of the hip bone)

ischi-, ischio- means ischium (the lower and back part of the hip bone). Ancient Greek source words and medical terminology examples: ischial.

Meaning and source words

Meaning: Ischium (the lower and back part of the hip bone)

• Ancient Greek: ἰσχίον (ischion)

Examples and word parts

ischial

Relating to the lower rear part of the hip bone.

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