uncus
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A part shaped like a hook in animals or plants
- noun
- /ˈʌŋkəs/
- Specialized
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- The uncus is prominent in the anatomy of certain insects' genitalia.
Examples
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Damage to the uncus of the brain can affect olfactory function.
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The uncus is a crucial part of the olfactory system, facilitating the sense of smell in many animals.
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The surgeon carefully avoided the uncus during the operation.
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The uncus is a critical part of the brain.
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In botany, the uncus can refer to a hook-shaped structure.
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In botany, the uncus can refer to the hook-like structure found in certain plants that aids in seed dispersal.
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The scientist examined the uncus of the brain to understand its role in emotion and memory processes.
Surface Forms
Etymology
Uncus comes from the Latin word uncus, which means 'hook'. So in biology an uncus is any small 'hook' or 'hook-shaped' part of an animal or plant, and the name simply describes its shape.