Decubitus [noun]

Definition of Decubitus:

lying down

Synonyms of Decubitus:

● Accumbency

● Decumbency

● Reclination

● Recumbency


Opposite/Antonyms of Decubitus:

● Standing

● Sitting up


Sentence/Example of Decubitus:

The decubitus is dorsal, and the legs are generally drawn up so as to relax the abdominal muscles.

Gangrene following decubitus may be prevented by using soft bedding and frequently turning the animal from one side to the other.

If the subjacent iliac and psoas muscles be implicated, the thigh is flexed upon the leg in decubitus.