Definition of LUMBUS

lumbus

Meanings

Plural: lumbi

Noun

  • either side of the backbone between the hipbone and the ribs in humans as well as quadrupeds
  • Synonym of loin.

Origin / Etymology

Learned borrowing from Latin lumbus. Doublet of loin.

Synonyms

loin

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