Baculum
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈbæk.jə.ləm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Baculum is a noun meaning (zoology) A bone found in the penis of some placental mammals.
Meaning
(zoology) A bone found in the penis of some placental mammals.
More Meanings
- A small rod-like structure found in spores and pollen.
Example Sentences
Bacula can be straight rods, s-shaped curves, or even bizarre, flared scoops.
The sexine usually consists of two main parts, a partially or wholly covering layer — the tectum (roof) and below that the rods or rod-like elements — the bacules (baculum, columella).
Word Forms
- baculums
- bacula
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include oosik, baubellum, basipodium, pseudo-penis, umbo, mandible.
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