Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
cotyle
noun
/ˈkɒtɪleɪ/
Definition
A cup-shaped cavity or hollow structure, particularly in anatomy where it refers to the socket of a joint.
Examples
- The cotyle of the hip joint helps securely hold the femur in place.
- In the shoulder, the glenoid cavity acts as a cotyle for the humerus.
Meaning
A term often used in anatomical contexts to describe a depression or cavity that serves as a socket for another structure, such as a bone.
Synonyms
- socket
- depression
- cavity
- hollow
