Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rete
noun
/ˈriːti/
Definition
A network or a structure resembling a net.
Examples
- The rete mirabile is a complex of blood vessels found in some animals.
- A rete of fibers supports the structural integrity of this plant species.
Meaning
In anatomy, it refers to a network of blood vessels or nerves. In botany, it can describe a network of fibers within a plant.
Synonyms
- network
- mesh
- web
