Umbilicus

//ˌʌmˈbɪlɪkəs//

Synonyms for "umbilicus" (30 found)

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Closest matches (6)

navel omphalos axis

Noun(3 words)

omphalos omphalus belly button

Strong matches (9)

Noun(1 words)

center center of action center of gravity centroid centrum core dead center epicenter

Related words (15)

heart hub kernel marrow medulla metacenter middle nave nub nucleus omphalus pith pivot storm center

Noun(1 words)

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Synonyms

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navel omphalos omphalus

Related terms

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umbilical artery umbilical cord umbilical hernia umbilical vein

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anatomy botany geometry historical space zoology

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aperture astronaut calamus curve ellipse feather focus hilum manuscript mothership navel spacecraft

Sample sentences

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Tatoeba + Wiktionary

The surgeon made a small incision just below the umbilicus.

Source: tatoeba (13625480)

A tiny hernia was visible near the infant's umbilicus.

Source: tatoeba (13625481)

Dr. Mohammed-Abdi noticed a mild discharge from the umbilicus and ordered further tests.

Source: tatoeba (13625487)

Although I have been tempted to cut the umbilicus, and pass a ligature round the remaining portion on one occasion, yet I now deem such interference officious and uncalled - for at this eventful period.

Source: wiktionary

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