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calicular

calicular

9.9
A small cup-shaped part of a plant or animal
  • adjective
  • /kəˈlɪkjələr/
  • Specialized
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  • The coral displayed a distinct calicular structure under microscopic examination.

Examples

  • The doctor noted calicular changes in the tissue during the biopsy.

  • Certain glands have a calicular appearance, resembling small cups.

  • The calicular shape is fascinating.

  • In botany, the calicular features are crucial for identification.

  • During the examination, the researcher observed a calicular formation that resembled a small cup.

  • The flower's calicular structure was key to its pollination strategy.

  • In anatomy, the calicular components play a vital role in organ function.

Synonyms

calycular
vscalicular
  • Specialized
9.9

Having a cup shape or a ring of tiny leaves under a flower

focuses on the cup-shaped structure in biological or medical contexts

Surface Forms

calicular positive

Morphology

calicular = calyculus (semi-transparent) = calicul + ar

If a learner knows 'calyculus', the meaning 'relating to a calyculus' is fairly inferable, but the stem change and specialized scientific register reduce transparency.

Etymology

Calicular comes from the Latin word calyculus, which means 'little cup', and from the Greek kalyx for 'cup' or 'bud'. So calicular describes something that is 'cup-shaped' or looks like a small cup in biology and medicine.