medullary

/mɛdʊˈlɛri/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or situated near the medulla oblongata, a part of the brain

“The medullary plate of the spinal cord is a critical structure for transmitting nerve signals.”

2. noun

a medullary ray, a type of cell or structure found in bone or the nervous system

“The pathologist examined the medullary rays under a microscope to diagnose the condition.”

Synonyms

  • medullar
  • myeloid

Antonyms

  • cortical
  • marginal