English Explanatory Dictionary

ulcus

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. A rounded, pore-like aperture at either pole of a pollen grain.
  2. Synonym of ulcer.

Pronunciation

/ˈʌlkəs/ /ˈʌlkʊs/

Word forms

ulcus ulcera

Etymology

From Latin ulcus (“sore”). Doublet of ulcer.

Synonyms

ulcer

Derived words

ulcerate ulculus ulcus molle
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