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Definition
Hip bone; the large, paired bone of the pelvis comprising the ilium, ischium, and pubis.
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How it's used
Medical terminology like 髖骨 is often used in clinical settings or when discussing specific injuries, but everyday speakers might simply point to the area and say 盆骨 or even just 腰. While 髖骨 refers specifically to the hip bone structure, 盆骨 is the more common term used by the general public to describe the pelvic region as a whole.
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Common mistake
Learners often confuse 髖骨 with 盆骨. While they are anatomically related, 盆骨 is the term used in casual conversation for the pelvis, whereas 髖骨 is more precise and clinical.
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