Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bexiga
noun
beh-ZEE-gah
Definition
A sac-like structure in the body, typically referring to the bladder.
Examples
- The ‘bexiga’ collects urine from the kidneys.
- People can experience discomfort when the ‘bexiga’ is full.
- Some animals also have a ‘bexiga’ to store liquids.
Meaning
In a biological context, it usually denotes the urinary bladder or any similar sac-like structure that contains fluid.
Synonyms
- bladder
- vesicle
- sac