English Explanatory Dictionary

facula

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A bright spot or patch between sunspots.

Pronunciation

/ˈfækjʊlə/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-facula.wav

Word forms

facula faculae

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin facula (“little torch”).

Derived words

facular
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