Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

fascículo

Noun

/fæˈsɪk.jʊ.loʊ/

Definition

A small bundle or cluster, often used in the context of biology and anatomy to denote a grouping of fibers or cells.

Examples

The fascículo of muscle fibers allows for coordinated movements.
In neuroscience, each fascículo can transmit signals from one part of the body to another.

Meaning

The term ‘fascículo’ refers to a grouping of similar elements, especially in anatomical contexts where it describes a group of muscle fibers or nerve fibers.