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cervix

/ˈsɜːrvɪks/ noun · British & US
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What does cervix mean?

noun

The lower part of the uterus in the human female reproductive system, which opens into the vagina. The cervix is a cylindrical or conical structure that projects into the vagina.

Example

"The doctor examined the cervix during the routine checkup."

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