(n)the structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates, Syn.pelvic arch, hip, pelvic girdle
n. [ L., a basin, laver; cf. Gr. &unr_;, &unr_;, bowl. ] 1. (Anat.) The pelvic arch, or the pelvic arch together with the sacrum. See Pelvic arch, under Pelvic, and Sacrum. [ 1913 Webster ]
2. (Zool.) The calyx of a crinoid. [ 1913 Webster ]
Pelvis of the kidney (Anat.), the basinlike cavity into which the ureter expands as it joins the kidney. [ 1913 Webster ]