English word ectocervix comes from English cervix, English ecto- (Outside.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| cervix | English (eng) | (anatomy) The neck. The lower, narrow portion of the uterus where it joins with the top end of the vagina.. The necklike portion of any part, as of the womb. |
| ecto- | English (eng) | Outside. |
| ectocervix | English (eng) | (anatomy) The part of the cervix that extends into the vagina. |