CERVIXES

Noun

cervixes

plural of cervix

Usage notes

Some consider this an incorrect plural of cervix and the correct spelling cervices.

Source: Wiktionary


CERVIX

Cer"vix, n.; pl. E. Cervixes, L. Cervices. Etym: [L.] (Anat.)

Definition: The neck; also, the necklike portion of any part, as of the womb. See Illust. of Bird.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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