1. plural of coxa; the hip bones or hip joints
Usage: anatomy
2. plural of coxa; the first segments of the legs in insects and other arthropods
Usage: entomology

Examples

• The doctor examined the patient’s coxae for signs of arthritis.
• Hip replacement surgery involves the coxae and surrounding tissues.
• The entomologist studied the coxae of various beetle species.
• Damage to the coxae can affect an insect’s ability to walk.
• The coxae connect the legs to the thorax in arthropods.
• X-rays revealed fractures in both coxae after the accident.