Arcus
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɑɹkəs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Arcus is a noun meaning (medicine) A white band of cholesterol that forms at the edge of the cornea.
Meaning
(medicine) A white band of cholesterol that forms at the edge of the cornea.
More Meanings
- (meteorology) A low, horizontal cloud typically forming at the leading edge of thunderstorm outflow
- (entomology) An elastic band around the base of the arolium, a pad at the end of the leg of certain insects
- (palynology) An arc-shaped band of thickened sexine extending between two apertures on a pollen grain or spore
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include aortae, coarc, collarette, eyecorner, cartilege, crest.
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