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Definition of xiphopagous

xiphopagous

/zaɪˈfɑː.pə.ɡəs/
xi · phop · a · gous
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xiphopagous Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Relating to or denoting conjoined twins who are united at the xiphoid process (the cartilaginous lower section of the sternum).

Example

"The surgical team spent several months analyzing anatomical models to prepare for the complex separation of the xiphopagous twins."

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Word Nuance & Usage

This is a highly specialized medical term utilized almost exclusively in clinical, surgical, or anatomical contexts to describe a specific presentation of conjoined twins.

• Rhymes for xiphopagous

• Nearby Words

xiphiplastron
xiphoidal
xiphopagic
xiphopagous
xiphopagus
xiphophyllous
xiphosuran

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'xiphos' (meaning 'sword', referring to the sword-shaped xiphoid process at the base of the human sternum) and 'pagos' (meaning 'fixed' or 'united'), combined with the English adjective suffix '-ous'.

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Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Xiphopagous. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/xiphopagous
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