HealthAugust 16, 2026

sacral

SAY-kruhl

Definition

Relating to the sacrum, a triangular bone at the base of the spine that connects to the pelvis.

Etymology

Derived from the Latin 'sacrum' (sacred or holy), it likely refers to the bone's location at the base of the spine, which was historically considered a significant or 'sacred' part of the body in ancient medical traditions.

In the news

The word identifies the specific area of the spine where Dominick Maggio had a loose screw, a critical discovery that helped surgeons address his chronic pain.

Spine reconstruction restored his life

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