Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
tubercle
noun
/ˈtjuːbərkəl/
Definition
A small, round nodule or protuberance.
Examples
- The tubercle on the femur serves as an attachment point for muscles.
- In some infections, such as tuberculosis, tubercles can form in the lungs.
- The doctor pointed out the tubercle on the X-ray image.
Meaning
In anatomy, a tubercle refers to a small rounded projection on a bone or other structure, often where muscles or ligaments attach.
Synonyms
- Nodule
- Projection
- Knob
- Protuberance
