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canalicular

 

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Adjective canalicular has 1 sense
  1. canalicular - relating to or like or having a canaliculus

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Canalicular

Adjective:

1. Pertaining to or resembling a canal or canals.

2. Of or relating to the tiny canals or tubules in the body, especially the osteocytes in bones.


Example Sentences:

1. The canalicular system allows for the transport of fluids throughout the body.

2. The microscope revealed intricate patterns of canalicular channels in the bone structure.


Noun:

1. A small canal or channel, especially a narrow passage within a biological structure.

2. A groove or furrow present in certain biological tissues or organs.


Example Sentences:

1. The tears flowed through the canaliculars into the nasal cavity.

2. Calcium deposits were found within the canaliculars of the tooth enamel.


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