lumbar

adjective/ˈlʌmbər/

Frequency rank: #11,907 most common English word

Meaning

relating to the lower part of the back between the ribs and the pelvis.

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Example sentence

The doctor recommended exercises to relieve lumbar pain caused by long hours of sitting.

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