Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ducto
noun
/ˈdʌk.təʊ/
Definition
a passage or channel for conveying a fluid or substance, often used in the context of bodily or mechanical systems.
Examples
- The bile duct transports bile from the liver to the gallbladder.
- The air duct system in the building ensures proper ventilation.
- Salivary ducts carry saliva from the glands to the mouth.
Meaning
In anatomy, a duct refers to a tube-like structure that carries fluids such as bile or sweat. In engineering, a duct can refer to a conduit for air or other gases.
Synonyms
- canal
- tube
- channel
- pipeline