surculus

/sərˈkjuːləs/

Definitions

1. noun

A small ridge or fold of membrane or a small fold or crease in a membrane, especially of the brain or the ovary.

“The neurosurgeon carefully examined the patient’s brain to locate the small surculus.”

Synonyms

  • crease
  • fold
  • ridge

Antonyms

  • flat
  • smooth