cervix

• Nom désignant une structure étroite en forme de col dans le corps, le plus souvent la partie inférieure de l'utérus qui s'ouvre dans le vagin.

A noun referring to a narrow, neck-like structure in an organism, most commonly the lower part of the uterus that connects to the vagina.

1. NeckB2formalmedical

   The part of the body in humans and many animals that connects the head to the torso.

   Cou

   • The doctor examined the patient's cervix for any abnormalities.
   • In anatomy, the cervix uteri is the lower part of the uterus.
   • The cervical spine supports the head and allows movement.

   Synonymesneck

2. Neck of the uterusB2formalmedical

   The narrow, lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina.

   Col de l'utérus

   • Regular Pap smears help detect changes in the cervix.
   • During childbirth, the cervix dilates to allow the baby to pass through.
   • The cervix produces mucus that changes consistency throughout the menstrual cycle.

   Synonymesuterine cervix