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umbilical

/ʌmˈbɪlɪkəl/

umbilicalnoun

umbilicals

/ʌmˈbɪlɪkəl/

Used chiefly in technical contexts to denote a flexible supply cable or hose (‘umbilical cable’); countable.

Definitions

A flexible cable, hose, or tube that supplies power, oxygen, data, etc., to equipment such as spacecraft, submersibles, or diving suits.

The diver checked that his umbilical was securely fastened before entering the water.

Synonyms

belly button

umbilical cord

umbilicaladjective

more umbilical

Comp.

most umbilical

Super.

/ʌmˈbɪlɪkəl/

Translations

The umbilical cord is essential for fetal development.

Пупочный канатик необходим для развития плода.

Additional translations

Definitions

Relating to or resembling an umbilical cord; by extension, describing any vital or central connection between systems.

During the spacewalk the astronauts remained attached to the craft by an umbilical line.

Pertaining to the umbilicus or navel.

The umbilical scar was barely visible after the surgery.

Synonyms