Definitions

1. noun

A swelling or protuberance, especially one caused by a tumor; a swelling, especially one on the body; a globe or ball.

“The doctor examined the patient’s globus and determined that it was a minor cyst.”

2. noun

In heraldry, a sphere or globe, especially one used as a symbol or charge on a coat of arms.

“The coat of arms featured a globus as the central emblem, symbolizing the city’s connection to the sea.”

3. noun

In medicine, a globus is a lump or mass in the throat, often associated with dysphagia or difficulty swallowing.

“The patient complained of a persistent globus in her throat, which made eating and speaking uncomfortable.”