What is another word for umbilicus?
53 synonyms found
Why is the umbilicus important?
What is an umbilicus?
Does the umbilicus have a function?
What is the function of the umbilicus?
Pronunciation:
[ ʌmbˈɪlɪkəs], [ ʌmbˈɪlɪkəs], [ ʌ_m_b_ˈɪ_l_ɪ_k_ə_s]
Related words: umbilical cord, navel, belly button, an umbilical knot
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Synonyms for Umbilicus:
n.
• bellybutton (noun) • navel (noun) • omphalos (noun) • omphalus (noun) • Other relevant words: (noun)Other synonyms:
• Other relevant words (noun):- epicenter,
- centralization,
- centre,
- navel point,
- hilum,
- middle,
- hub,
- storm center,
- gut,
- convergence,
- nub,
- nave,
- navels,
- backbone,
- concentration,
- center of action,
- axis,
- nucleus,
- vertebral column,
- hotbed,
- root,
- bull's eye,
- centroid,
- core,
- dead center,
- pith,
- Metacenter,
- center of gravity,
- symmetry,
- medulla,
- midpoint,
- centrum,
- center,
- vertebra,
- marrow,
- belly button,
- kernel,
- nucleolus,
- pivot.
How to use "Umbilicus" in context?
The umbilicus is the inverted cone-shaped bit of flesh below the navel (the belly button) and above the pubic mound. It is the body's main blood vessel and involved in the formation of milk in nursing mothers.
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