floccule

[ flok-yool ]

noun

1. something resembling a small flock or tuft of wool.
2. a bit of flocculent matter, as in a liquid.

floccule

/ ˈflɒkjuːl /

noun

1. a small aggregate of flocculent material
2. something resembling a tuft of wool

Word History and Origins

Origin of floccule¹

From the New Latin word flocculus, dating back to 1835–45. See floccus, -ule

Word History and Origins

Origin of floccule¹

C19: from Late Latin flocculus a little tuft; see flock ²