Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

multilocular

Adjective
/ˌmʌl.tɪˈlɒk.jʊ.lər/
Definition
Having multiple compartments or chambers.
Examples
  • The multilocular cyst was examined under a microscope.
  • Many multilocular chambers can be found in certain species of coral.
  • The researcher noted the multilocular nature of the organ in their study.
Meaning
The term refers to structures that are divided into several small sections or cavities, often used in biological or anatomical contexts.
Synonyms
  • chambered
  • segmented
  • partitioned