ampullulae
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/æmˈpʌljʊli/
(ampullula)
small flask-like structure
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ampullula' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'ampulla,' where 'ampulla' meant 'a small bottle or flask.'
Historical Evolution
'ampulla' transformed into the diminutive form 'ampullula' in Latin, indicating a smaller version of the original.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a small bottle or flask,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a small anatomical sac or dilation.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/07/24 07:36