Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

trabeculated

Adjective
/ˌtræb.ɪˈkjʊ.leɪ.tɪd/
Definition
Having small, beam-like structures.
Examples
  • The trabeculated interior of certain bones provides strength while minimizing weight.
  • A trabeculated design in the heart can affect blood flow dynamics.
Meaning
The term ‘trabeculated’ refers to a structure that is characterized by having thin, interconnecting partitions or beams, forming a network of spaces or channels.
Synonyms
  • Honeycombed
  • Mesh-like
  • Reticular
  • Gridded