nodal

[ nohd-l ]

adjective

1. pertaining to or of the nature of a node.

nodal

/ ˈnəʊdəl /

adjective

1. of or like a node

Derived Forms

• ˈnodally, adverb
• noˈdality, noun

Other Words From

• no·dali·ty noun
• multi·nodal adjective
• post·nodal adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of nodal¹

First recorded in 1825–35; node + -al ¹

Example Sentences

A rhythm called the lunar nodal cycle could explain the mangroves’ growth pattern, the team hypothesized.

From Science News

It also noted higher-than-expected numbers of cases of breast cancer and nodal non-Hodgkin lymphoma, which have also been linked with the chemical, though not at rates that are statistically significant.

From ProPublica

The mode of vibration of the disc is indicated by the sand accumulating along the lines of least vibration, called nodal lines.

From Project Gutenberg

The Nodal brothers' Relacion, which they seem to have been following, mentions, p. 37 vo.

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It was in 1618-19 that the observations of Nodal first gave the easterly bend to the southern extremity of the continent.

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These nodal points will not, however, afford a general explanation of the many-branched radiants.

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At each nodal-point of the hexagon arises one short conical papilla or thorn.

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