ENGLISH DICTIONARY

Cribrous

Definition, Meaning & Examples

Part of speech adjective

Quick meaning: Cribrous is an adjective meaning (rare, usually in anatomical descriptions) Perforated, as in the manner of a sieve.

Meaning

(rare, usually in anatomical descriptions) Perforated, as in the manner of a sieve.

Example Sentences

At the posterior pole of the eye the sclera is pierced by the optic nerve, whose numerous bundles penetrate the coats of the eyeball and give to this portion of the sclera a cribrous appearance.

Synonyms for cribrous

Depending on context, synonyms include cribriform.

Related Words

Related dictionary entries include cribriform, cribrose, perforated, honeycombed, multiperforated, serriform.

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