umbilical

um-bil-i-cal · adjective

imported

Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    Of or relating to the umbilicus (navel) or the umbilical cord.

  2. 2.

    Providing vital or essential connections or support, similar to an umbilical cord.

Related words

See also: cord, navel
Synonyms: navel-related

Etymology

From Latin umbilicalis, from umbilicus meaning "navel."