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Meaning of ischium
ischium (n)
one of the three sections of the hipbone; situated below the ilium
ischium (n.)
The ventral and posterior of the three principal bones composing either half of the pelvis; seat bone; the huckle bone.
One of the pleurae of insects.
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one of the three sections of the hipbone; situated below the iliumThe ventral and posterior of the three principal bones composing either half of the pelvis; se
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The ischium, a bone located in the lower pelvis, forms the posterior and lateral portions of the acetabulum, a socket for the head of the femur.
The ischium is connected to the ilium above and the pubis in front by strong ligaments, forming the acetabular fossa.
The ischium is the largest and strongest of the three hip bones, providing stability and support to the hip joint.
The ischial spine, a prominent bony prominence on the ischium, serves as an attachment point for several muscles, including the hamstring muscles.
