Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nodule

Noun

/ˈnɒdjuːl/

Definition

A small, rounded lump that can form in various tissues or substances.

Examples

The doctor found a nodule on the patient’s lung during the x-ray.
She had a small nodule on her thyroid gland that needed further evaluation.
In botany, a nodule can refer to a swelling on plant roots that houses nitrogen-fixing bacteria.

Meaning

In medical terminology, a nodule often refers to an abnormal mass of tissue that can be benign or malignant, typically found in organs such as the lungs, thyroid, or skin.