zonule

[ zohn-yool ]

noun

1. a little zone, belt, band, or the like.

zonule

/ ˈzɒnjuːl; ˈzɒnjʊlə /

noun

1. a small zone, band, or area

Derived Forms

• zonular, adjective

Other Words From

• zon·u·lar [zohn, -y, uh, -ler], adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of zonule¹

From the New Latin word zōnula, dating back to 1825–35. See zone, -ule

Word History and Origins

Origin of zonule¹

C19: from New Latin zōnula a little zone

Example Sentences

Z, Zonule of Zinn, the ciliary process being removed to show it. p, Canal of Petit. m, Yellow spot.

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