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The pelvis is a bony structure near the base of the spine to which the legs are attached. (noun)
The basin-like cavity that supports your legs, that islocated at the base of your spineand that is formed by the ilium, ischium, pubis, coccyx, and sacrum bones is an example of your pelvis.
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