Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

plicature

Noun

/ˈplaɪ.kə.tʃər/

Definition

The act or process of folding; specifically, the folding of a part of an organ.

Examples

The plicature of the brain allows it to fit within the skull while maximizing surface area.
The leaves of some plants show significant plicature to reduce water loss.
During the dissection, the plicature of the stomach was clearly visible.

Meaning

Plicature refers to the natural or anatomical folding that occurs in various biological structures or tissues. It often describes how certain organs may develop folds to accommodate function.