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Definition of xiphopagus

xiphopagus

/zɪˈfɑː.pə.ɡəs/
xi · phop · a · gus
Plural:xiphopagi
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Adjective:xiphopagous
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xiphopagus Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

A type of conjoined twins who are united at the xiphoid process (the lower cartilaginous section of the sternum), often sharing a liver but typically having separate hearts and independent cardiovascular systems.

Example

"The surgical team spent months meticulously planning the separation of the xiphopagus, ensuring the safe division of their shared liver tissue."

• Rhymes for xiphopagus

• Nearby Words

xiphoidal
xiphopagic
xiphopagous
xiphopagus
xiphophyllous
xiphosuran
xochimilcan

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Greek 'xiphos' (sword, referencing the sword-like xiphoid process of the sternum) and 'pagos' (fixed or united), coined in medical terminology to describe a specific anatomical fusion.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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