trabecule

/trɑbɪˈkyʊl/

Definitions

1. noun

A small, branching, or interlacing fiber or strand, especially one found in the tissue of plants, animals, or other organisms.

“The trabecule in the liver plays a crucial role in filtering waste from the blood.”

2. noun

In anatomy, a small fibrous or vascular strand, especially one in the liver.

“The liver’s trabeculae help to maintain its structural integrity.”

Synonyms

  • fibril
  • strand