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pubic

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈpjuːbɪk/

KK: /ˈpjuːbɪk/

adjective
Definition

Relating to the area of the body near the pubis, which is the front part of the pelvic bone.


Example

The doctor explained the importance of hygiene in the pubic area.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you ever heard about the pubic hair trends people are following now?
Sloth B
Yeah, I saw something about it online — it's pretty wild!
Sloth A
I can't believe how much attention pubic grooming gets these days.
Sloth B
Right? It's like everyone has an opinion on how it should be done!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
genital
pelvic
private
Antonyms
public
exposed
visible
Root Explanation

**Pubic** → It is derived from the Latin word "pubes" (meaning hair or the region of the pubes). The term refers to the area of the body associated with the growth of hair during puberty, specifically the lower abdomen and genital region.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word 'pubes' which relates to hair, helping you remember that 'pubic' refers to the area associated with hair growth during puberty.

Visually Confused Words
public
plumbic
impubic
urbic
punic
pudic
cubic
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