Umbilicus: meaning, definitions and examples

๐Ÿ‘ถ
Add to dictionary

umbilicus

 

[ สŒmหˆbษชlษชkษ™s ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy

The umbilicus, commonly known as the navel or belly button, is the small depression or protrusion on the abdomen where the umbilical cord was attached in the fetus. It marks the spot where nutrients and oxygen were delivered from the placenta during gestation. The appearance of the umbilicus can vary greatly among individuals, with some having an 'innie' and others an 'outie.'

Synonyms

belly button, navel

Examples of usage

  • She has a small umbilicus that is slightly recessed.
  • The umbilicus is often cleaned during newborn care.
  • In some cultures, the umbilicus is considered a significant part of the body.
  • He has a tattoo around his umbilicus.

Translations

Translations of the word "umbilicus" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น umbigo

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคพเคญเคฟ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Nabel

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ pusar

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟัƒะฟะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pฤ™pek

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใธใใฎ็ท’

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท nombril

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ombligo

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท gรถbek

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐฐ๊ผฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุณุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ pupek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pupek

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‚š่„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ popka

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ navl

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฟัƒะฟะพะบ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒแƒ‘แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ nabฤฑz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ombligo

Etymology

The word 'umbilicus' comes from the Latin term 'umbilฤซcus,' which means 'navel' or 'belly button.' The Latin word is derived from the adjective 'umbilicalis,' which relates to the navel. Historically, the umbilicus has been significant in various cultures and medical fields due to its role in prenatal development and its connection to the mother through the umbilical cord. In ancient times, it was sometimes associated with the concept of life and connection, as it signifies the first physical bond between mother and child. The study of the umbilicus has evolved, particularly in understanding its implications in human anatomy and health.