Noun: pelvic arch pel-vik aa(r)ch
- The structure of the vertebrate skeleton supporting the lower limbs in humans and the hind limbs or corresponding parts in other vertebrates
"The pelvic arch provides attachment points for powerful leg muscles";
- pelvis, pelvic girdle, hip
Derived forms: pelvic arches
Type of: girdle
Part of: appendicular skeleton
Encyclopedia: Pelvic arch