Caruncle
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈka.ɹəŋ.kəl/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Caruncle is a noun meaning (anatomy, zootomy) A small, fleshy excrescence that is a normal part of an animal's anatomy.
Meaning
(anatomy, zootomy) A small, fleshy excrescence that is a normal part of an animal's anatomy.
More Meanings
- (anatomy) Clipping of lacrimal caruncle: the red prominence at the inner corner of the eye.
- (botany) A colored waxy or oily outgrowth near the micropyle of some seeds, attractive to ants which aid the seed's dispersal.
Word Forms
- caruncles
Synonyms for caruncle
Depending on context, synonyms include elaiosome, caruncula.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include caruncula, sarcoma, lacrymal, carnosity, carunculation, escarbuncle.
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