medullar

/mɛdʊˈlɑr/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the medulla oblongata or the medulla of an organ

“The medullar tissue of the brain was affected by the injury.”

2. noun

a part or layer of an organ that is similar to the medulla oblongata

“The medullar layer of the kidney plays a crucial role in waste filtration.”

3. noun

a mass or cell of cells with a medullary structure

“The medullar masses in the bone marrow produce blood cells.”

Synonyms

  • marrowy
  • medullary

Antonyms

  • cortical