Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lacunae
noun
/ləˈkjuː.ni/
Definition
Lacunae are small, empty spaces or gaps in a tissue or structure.
Examples
- The ancient manuscript had several lacunae where text was missing.
- In art, the lacunae in the painting created a sense of mystery.
Meaning
In a broader sense, lacunae refer to missing parts or intervals in a thought, argument, or work.
Synonyms
- gaps
- voids
- emptiness
- missing parts
- holes
