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infundibulum
This term is primarily used in specialized anatomical, botanical, and zoological contexts to describe structures that taper from a wide opening to a narrow tube. It carries a neutral, clinical tone and is almost exclusively found in scientific literature or medical reports rather than general conversation.
Because it is a Latin-derived technical term, the plural form follows the second declension Latin pattern, changing the final m to a. This irregular pluralization is standard in medical terminology.
Meanings
Examples
The infundibulum connects the hypothalamus to the pituitary gland.
Look closely at the slide to see the narrow infundibulum of the pituitary stalk.
The surgeon carefully avoided damaging the infundibulum during the procedure.
I wonder if the infundibulum is enlarged in this specific patient.
In the inner ear, the infundibulum leads into the semicircular canals.
The anatomical structure known as the infundibulum is essentially a funnel.
The anatomical structure known as the infundibulum is essentially a funnel.
The MRI scan shows a clear image of the infundibulum.
Does the infundibulum vary significantly between different mammal species?