Ci-ca´trix. A scar; the mark left by a sore or wound.
Cil´i-a. 1. The eyelashes. 2. Minute lash-like processes that characterize certain cells.
Cli´mac-ter´´ic. A particular epoch of the ordinary term of life at which the body is believed to undergo a radical change—especially applied to the menopause.
Cli-ni´cians. Men who teach and explain diseases by showing actual cases.
Clit´o-ris. The sensitive organ of the female, homologous with the penis in the male.
Coc´cyx. The small bone situated at the end of the sacrum. The very last portion of the spine.
Col-lapse´. A state of extreme prostration and depression with failure of circulation.
Col´les’ mem´brane. A layer of tough sensitive fascia back of the perineum and on either side of the vagina.
Co-los´trum. The first fluid secreted by the mammary glands after functional activity begins. It contains casein and more albumen than milk, as well as numerous fatty globules.
Col´peu-ryn´´ter. A dilatable bag, used to distend the vagina.