Funiculus
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /fjʊˈnɪk.jʊl.əs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Funiculus is a noun meaning (botany) A stalk that connects the seed (or ovule) with the placenta.
Meaning
(botany) A stalk that connects the seed (or ovule) with the placenta.
More Meanings
- (anatomy) Any of several cordlike structures, especially the umbilical cord, or a bundle of nerve fibres (white matter) in the spinal cord. The white matter of the spinal cord is made of (posterior, anterior and lateral) columns/funiculi. The grey columns are also called horns but not funiculi.
Example Sentences
The elaiosome emerges from the funiculus.
Word Forms
- funiculi
Synonyms for funiculus
Depending on context, synonyms include funicle.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include funicle, gracilis, fasciculus, funiculitis, fascicule, funis.
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