Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

loculated

Adjective

/ˈlɒkjʊleɪtɪd/

Definition

Divided into compartments or chambers.

Examples

The loculated cysts found in the patient were characteristic of a specific type of tissue growth.
In botany, loculated fruits may have multiple compartments filled with seeds.
The microbiologist studied the loculated structure of the bacteria under a microscope.

Meaning

The term ‘loculated’ describes something that is separated into distinct sections or cavities, often used in biological or medical contexts to refer to structures that have multiple chambers.