Lacuna
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ləˈk(j)uː.nə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Lacuna is a noun meaning (anatomy) A small opening; a small pit or depression, especially in bone.
Meaning
(anatomy) A small opening; a small pit or depression, especially in bone.
More Meanings
- A small blank space; a gap or vacancy; a hiatus.
Example Sentences
"Our young friend makes up for many obvious mental lacunæ by some measure of primitive common sense," remarked Challenger.
Word Forms
- lacunae
- lacunas
Synonyms for lacuna
Depending on context, synonyms include gap, hiatus, caisson, blank, coffer.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include blank, coffer, caisson, gap, flaw, hole.
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