subsulcus

/sʌbsʌlkəs/

Definitions

1. noun

A small depression or groove on a surface, especially a bone or a plant petiole.

“The anatomist studied the subsulcus on the patient’s skull to understand the cause of the injury.”

2. adjective

Relating to or forming a small depression or groove.

“The subsulcus morphology of the plant petiole is essential for its survival.”

Synonyms

  • depression
  • groove

Antonyms

  • elevation
  • protrusion