Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated September 2025
Definition
The pubic tubercle is a prominent forward-projecting bump on the upper front part of the pubis bone, part of the pelvic girdle. It serves as an attachment point for the inguinal ligament.
Related terms
Pelvic Girdle: The ring-like bony structure at the base of the spine that supports the legs and protects lower abdominal organs.
Inguinal Ligament: A fibrous band that runs from the pubic tubercle to the anterior superior iliac spine, playing a key role in forming the lower boundary of the abdomen.
Pubis Bone: One of three bones making up each side of your pelvis, located at the front and providing structural support to your body