medullary
|me-dul-lar-y|
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/ˈmɛdʌˌlɛri/
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/ˈmɛdʌləri/
related to marrow or medulla
Etymology
'medullary' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'medullaris,' where 'medulla' meant 'marrow.'
'medullaris' transformed into the French word 'médullaire,' and eventually became the modern English word 'medullary' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'related to marrow,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'relating to the medulla or marrow-like.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to the medulla, especially the medulla oblongata in the brain or the medulla of the kidney.
The medullary region of the kidney is crucial for urine concentration.
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Adjective 2
having the characteristics of marrow or pith.
The medullary texture of the bone was evident in the X-ray.
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Last updated: 2025/05/21 09:22