Definition

Related to the small bone at the base of the spine, known as the coccyx.

Example

The coccygeal region can be sensitive after a fall.

Conversation

Did you know that the human body has a coccygeal bone at the bottom of the spine?

Really? I had no idea there was a specific name for that.

Yeah, it's interesting how every part has its own term, even the coccygeal area.

That makes sense; I guess I should learn more about anatomy!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Coccygeal → It is formed from "coccyx" (from Greek "kokkyx", meaning cuckoo, referring to the shape of the bone) and the suffix "-eal" (meaning pertaining to). The word "coccygeal" refers to something that pertains to the coccyx, or tailbone, in the human body.

Memory Tip

Think of the shape of a cuckoo bird's beak ('coccyx') to remember that 'coccygeal' relates to the tailbone.

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