Anatomy def: Round, knotty scar on abdominal skin at L3-L4 IV disc level, site of umbilical cord attachment during intrauterine life.
Outlander def: Umbilicus, omphalos, navel or bellybutton, the name doesna matter. Jamie’s standard for lewd clothing: if it’s too low, the dress must go!
Learn about the umbilicus in Anatomy Lesson #16, “Jamie’s Belly” or “Scottish Six-Pack.”
Read about the umbilicus in Diana’s second book Dragonfly in Amber:
“Aye well, it looks like you!” He came closer, bending to inspect the bodice of the dress. He peered into my cleavage. “Christ, I can see down to your navel! Surely ye dinna mean to go out in public like that!”
While Jamie, from his vantage point a foot above me, had claimed to be able to see my navel, my umbilicus was by and large safe from scrutiny by the French courtiers, most of whom were shorter than I was.
See the dress that caused Jamie’s near apoplexy in Starz episode 202, “Not in Scotland Anymore!”
Buss that lad, Claire!
A deeply grateful,
Outlander Anatomist