Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
pericynthion
Noun
/ˌpɛrɪˈsɪnθiən/
Definition
The term ‘pericynthion’ refers to a specific anatomical feature found in some organisms, particularly in the field of biology.
Examples
- The pericynthion of the organism was studied to understand its reproductive system.
- Researchers observed changes in the pericynthion during the development stages of the species.
Meaning
It is associated with the region surrounding the cynthion or, in a broader sense, reflects a positional relationship in anatomical structures.
Synonyms
- pericynthial area
- surrounding region
