Reticulum
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Reticulum is a noun meaning A pattern of interconnected objects.
Meaning
A pattern of interconnected objects.
More Meanings
- (zoology) The second compartment of the stomach of a cow or other ruminant.
- (cooking) The tripe made from the second compartment of the stomach of a cow (or other ruminant).
- (biology) A network. For example, the endoplasmic reticulum forms a network of cellular components that functions as a transportation system within the cell.
Example Sentences
As the young ruminant consumes forages, the reticulum, and particularly the rumen, develop rapidly.
Word Forms
- reticula
- reticulums
Synonyms for reticulum
Depending on context, synonyms include honeycomb.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include endoplasmic, russeting, sarcoplasmic, network, matrix, lattice.
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