Cervix (Noun)
Meaning 1
The part of an organism (human or animal) that connects the head to the rest of the body; "he admired her long graceful neck"; "the horse won by a neck".
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The veterinarian examined the mare's neck to determine the cause of her injury.
- Her slender neck and delicate features made her a beautiful model for the artist.
- As he rode the horse through the competition, he knew his horse could win by a neck.
- After the fall, he iced his neck to reduce the swelling and ease the pain.
- She wore a delicate silver necklace that adorned her graceful neck perfectly.
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Meaning 2
Necklike opening to the uterus.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The cervix is the lower, narrow part of the uterus that opens into the vagina.
- During a pelvic exam, the doctor may perform a Pap smear to collect cells from the cervix.
- The cervix begins to dilate and efface during labor, allowing the baby to pass through.
- A cervical cap is a barrier method of birth control that covers the cervix to prevent sperm from entering.
- The healthcare provider checked the woman's cervix to see if it had begun to dilate and prepare for childbirth.