annuluses
|an-nu-lu-ses|
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/ˈæn.jə.ləs/
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/ˈæn.jʊ.ləs/
(annulus)
ring-shaped structures
Etymology
'annulus' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'annulus', where 'annulus' meant 'little ring'.
'annulus' came into English via Medieval/Scientific Latin as the technical term 'annulus' and has been used in English in scientific and mathematical contexts.
Initially, it meant 'little ring', but over time it evolved into its current usage referring to 'ring-shaped structures' and the mathematical 'area between two concentric circles'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural form of 'annulus'.
The specimen displayed three annuluses along its stem.
Synonyms
Noun 2
ring-shaped object or structure; ring-like anatomical or mechanical part (used as the plural form).
The engineer inspected the annuluses on the shaft for signs of wear.
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Last updated: 2025/08/17 01:22