acinose

/ækɪnɔʊs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having the shape of an acinus; resembling an acinus.

“The doctor examined the acinose tissue under a microscope.”

2. noun

A small mass of cells or tissue resembling an acinus.

“The pathologist studied the acinose formations in the patient’s lung.”

Synonyms

  • aciniform
  • acinous

Antonyms

  • diffuse