Plexus

Synonyms of plexus

• network
• mesh
• web

Collocations of plexus

brachial plexus

Frequency: 90 %

The injury to his brachial plexus caused numbness in his arm.

solar plexus

Frequency: 85 %

He received a blow to the solar plexus, causing him to double over in pain.

nerve plexus

Frequency: 80 %

The nerve plexus in the abdomen controls the movement of the intestines.

lumbar plexus

Frequency: 75 %

The lumbar plexus is located in the lower back and supplies nerves to the legs.

sacral plexus

Frequency: 70 %

Injuries to the sacral plexus can lead to problems with bowel and bladder function.

Idiomatic Expressions for plexus

• Phrase: brachial plexus
  Meaning: a network of nerves in the shoulder region that controls movement and sensation in the arm and hand
  Usage: The athlete suffered a brachial plexus injury during the game, affecting his ability to throw accurately.