| 释义 |
pubic, a.|ˈpjuːbɪk|
[f. pubes + -ic.]
a. Of, pertaining to, or connected with the pubes or pubis.
1831R. Knox Cloquet's Anat. 115 Forming one of the sides of the pubic arch. 1842E. Wilson Anat. Vade M. 110 The posterior pubic ligament..uniting the pubic bones posteriorly. 1872Mivart Elem. Anat. 179 The pubis, or pubic bone, forms the inner part of the thigh-socket.
b. Employed to cover the pubes.
1940A. Upfield Bushranger of Skies xi. 130 That Jack Johnson wore only the pubic tassel announced his non-employment by the station. 1959S. H. Courtier Death in Dream Time ii. 19 The bewildering display of aboriginal weapons and implements..head-dresses and pubic bands. |