sciatic: Meaning and Definition of

sci•at•ic

Pronunciation: (sī-at'ik), [key]
— adj. Anat.
  1. of, pertaining to, situated near, or affecting the ischium or back of the hip.
  2. affecting the hip or the sciatic nerves.
—n.
  1. a sciatic part, as a nerve, vein, or artery.
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