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Definition of pubic

pubic

/ˈpjuː.bɪk/
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• adjective

1

Relating to or situated near the pubis, the pubic bone, or the lower abdominal region at the front of the pelvis.

Example

"The orthopedic surgeon examined the X-ray for any signs of a fracture in the pubic bone."

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• Rhymes for pubic

• Nearby Words

pubes
pubescence
pubescent
pubic
pubis
public
publican

Word Origin & Etymology

Coined in the early 19th century, the word combines the Latin noun 'pubes' (meaning 'groin' or 'adult population') with the adjectival suffix '-ic'.

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Pubic. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/pubic
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