Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fascicle
noun
/ˈfæsɪkl/
Definition
A small bundle of fibers, typically referring to muscle or nerve fibers.
Examples
- The muscle fascicle consists of a bundle of muscle fibers working together to facilitate movement.
- Nerve fascicles are crucial to transmitting signals between the brain and various parts of the body.
Meaning
Fascicle denotes a grouping or bundle, often used in biological or anatomical contexts to describe a collection of related structures.
Synonyms
- Bundle
- Cluster
- Group
