unilocular

/ˌjuːnɪˈlɒkjʊlər/

Definitions

1. adjective

Having only one chamber or cavity; consisting of or being a single cell, cavity, or compartment.

“The unilocular ovary in some plant species simplifies the process of seed production.”

2. noun

A single-chambered cell, cavity, or compartment.

“In the unilocular cells of some organisms, the genetic material is contained within a single membrane-bound compartment.”

Synonyms

  • monochambered
  • unicellular

Antonyms

  • multichambered
  • multilocular