Transcription
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- US Pronunciation
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- [lok-yuh-luh s]
- /ˈlɒk yə ləs/
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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
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- [lok-yuh-luh s]
- /ˈlɒk yə ləs/
Definitions of loculus word
- noun plural loculus Biology. locule. 1
- noun plural loculus Ecclesiastical. a compartment in an altar, in which relics are kept. 1
- noun plural loculus a recess in an ancient catacomb or tomb, where a body or cinerary urn was placed. 1
- noun loculus A little place or space; a cell; a chamberlet. 1
- noun loculus any small cavity or chamber in plant or animal tissue 0
- noun loculus In ancient catacombs and tombs of some types, a small separate chamber or recess cut into the rock, for the reception of a body or urn. 0
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Origin of loculus
First appearance:
before 1855 One of the 30% newest English words
1855-60; < New Latin, special use of Latin loculus, diminutive of locus place; see locus, -ule
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Parts of speech for Loculus
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loculus popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 62% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
loculus usage trend in Literature
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