Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

cervico

adjective

/ˈsər.vɪ.koʊ/

Definition

pertaining to the neck or cervix of the body

Examples

The cervico-thoracic area is where the neck meets the upper back.
Cervico-facial pain may indicate a problem in the neck region.
In obstetrics, cervico refers to the lower part of the uterus, known as the cervix.

Meaning

The term ‘cervico’ relates to the neck region, particularly in anatomical contexts, and can also describe certain medical conditions or anatomical structures associated with the cervix.