Acetabula

Pronunciation: /əˌsɛtəˈbjulə/

Definitions of acetabula

noun a cup-shaped socket in the pelvis that forms the hip joint

Example Sentences

A1 The acetabula is the socket of the hip joint.

A2 The acetabula can become damaged due to wear and tear.

B1 The surgeon carefully replaced the acetabula during the hip replacement surgery.

B2 The acetabula is a crucial component of the skeletal system.

C1 The acetabula allows for smooth movement of the hip joint.

C2 The acetabula is a complex structure that plays a vital role in the body's mobility.

Examples of acetabula in a Sentence

formal The acetabula is the socket of the hipbone, where the head of the femur fits in.

informal I heard that the acetabula is the part of the hipbone that helps with movement.

slang My grandma always complains about her acetabula acting up whenever it's cold outside.

figurative The team worked together like the acetabula and femur, fitting perfectly to achieve their goal.

Grammatical Forms of acetabula

• plural: acetabulae
• comparative: more acetabular
• superlative: most acetabular
• present tense: acetabula
• future tense: will acetabulate
• perfect tense: has acetabulated
• continuous tense: is acetabulating
• singular: acetabulum
• positive degree: acetabula
• infinitive: to acetabulate
• gerund: acetabulating
• participle: acetabulated

Origin and Evolution of acetabula

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'acetabula' originated from Latin.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in Latin to refer to a small vinegar cup, the term 'acetabula' evolved over time to also mean the socket of the hipbone in English and other languages.