sacral
/ˈseɪkrəl/
adjective
- Relating to the sacrum, the triangular bone at the base of the spine.
- The doctor examined the sacral vertebrae for any signs of injury.
- She felt pain in her sacral area after sitting for too long.
- The sacral region of the spine connects the lower back to the pelvis.
- Relating to sacred rites or things; holy.
- The artifact was considered sacral and kept in a special shrine.
- Ancient cultures often performed sacral dances to honor their gods.
- The temple held sacral ceremonies that were open only to priests.
Antonyms
noun
- A sacral bone or vertebra.
- The sacrals are fused together in adults to form the sacrum.
- The x-ray showed a fracture in one of the sacrals.
- In some animals, the sacrals are separate bones that support the tail.