Papillary
Adjective
Relating to or resembling a small, nipple-like projection or structure.
The papillary layer of the skin contains small blood vessels and sensory receptors.
Usage tips
Formal
papillary muscles,papillary layer,papillary projections
Adjective
Describing parts of an organ or tissue characterized by papillae structures.
The papillary tissue helps in nutrient exchange in the kidney.
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Neutral
papillary structures,papillary ducts,papillary distribution
Adjective
Relating to or resembling a small, nipple-like projection or structure.
The papillary layer of the skin contains small blood vessels and sensory receptors.
Usage tips
Formal
papillary muscles,papillary layer,papillary projections
Adjective
Describing parts of an organ or tissue characterized by papillae structures.
The papillary tissue helps in nutrient exchange in the kidney.
Usage tips
Neutral
papillary structures,papillary ducts,papillary distribution
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
In medical terms, 'papillary' often refers to forms that are small and protruding, particularly in descriptions of anatomical structures.
In an anatomy textbook.
Pro Tip 2/3Visual Imagery
Imagine a small knob or bump when thinking of 'papillary', as it describes shapes that rise slightly from a surface.
In a biology class.
Pro Tip 3/3Specialized Usage
Understanding that 'papillary' has specific implications in scientific and medical discourse can enhance comprehension of related topics.
In medical training.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
In medical terms, 'papillary' often refers to forms that are small and protruding, particularly in descriptions of anatomical structures.
In an anatomy textbook.
Pro Tip 2/3Visual Imagery
Imagine a small knob or bump when thinking of 'papillary', as it describes shapes that rise slightly from a surface.
In a biology class.
Pro Tip 3/3Specialized Usage
Understanding that 'papillary' has specific implications in scientific and medical discourse can enhance comprehension of related topics.
In medical training.
Pro Tip 1/3Medical Context
In medical terms, 'papillary' often refers to forms that are small and protruding, particularly in descriptions of anatomical structures.
In an anatomy textbook.
Pro Tip 2/3Visual Imagery
Imagine a small knob or bump when thinking of 'papillary', as it describes shapes that rise slightly from a surface.
In a biology class.
Pro Tip 3/3Specialized Usage
Understanding that 'papillary' has specific implications in scientific and medical discourse can enhance comprehension of related topics.
In medical training.
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