Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
locular
Adjective
/ˈlɒkjʊlər/
Definition
Relating to or having small cavities or compartments.
Examples
- The locular structure of the fruit allows for the storage of seeds in separate chambers.
- Scientists examined the locular organization of the cellular tissues under a microscope.
- This type of arrangement is common in plants that have multiple locular fruits.
Meaning
The term ‘locular’ describes something that consists of or is divided into small compartments or sections, often used in biological contexts.
Synonyms
- Compartmentalized
- Segmented
- Chambered
