noun
- plural form of coccyx; the small triangular bones at the base of the spine
Usage: medical; anatomy
Examples
- The radiologist examined the patient’s coccyges for signs of fracture.
- Comparative anatomy studies often focus on the coccyges of different primate species.
- Both patients had injuries to their coccyges from the fall.
- The orthopedic surgeon specializes in treating fractured coccyges.
- MRI scans revealed inflammation around the coccyges.
- Physical therapy can help with pain in the coccyges region.