ACETABULUM
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the word
Acetabulum.
How to pronounce acetabulum:
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Acetabulum - as a noun
The cup-shaped hollow in the hipbone into which the head of the femur fits to form a ball-and-socket joint
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cotyloid cavityExample Sentences
"The acetabulum is the socket of the hip joint."
"The acetabulum articulates with the head of the femur."
"The acetabulum is surrounded by a ring of cartilage called the labrum."
"The acetabulum is lined with a smooth, lubricated surface called the articular cartilage."
"Fractures of the acetabulum are commonly seen in high-impact accidents."
Word Game Points
Is ACETABULUM a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, acetabulum is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
ACETABULUM has a SCRABBLE points total of 16.
Is ACETABULUM a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, acetabulum is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordACETABULUM has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 22.
Is ACETABULUM a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, acetabulum is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordACETABULUM has a WORDFEUD points total of 20.
