cornicle

Meanings

• noun

  A small projection or outgrowth, especially one that is not essential to the function of an organ or structure.

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Variants

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cornice , cornices , corniced , cornicing

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Etymology

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From Latin cornix, meaning 'raven' or 'horned', due to the resemblance of certain structures to the horns of a raven.

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Trivia

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1. Cornicles are not exclusive to biology; they can also be found in architecture and sculpture.

2. The term 'cornicle' is also used in computer science to describe a small projection on a microprocessor.

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Related Concepts

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1. structures: Cornicles are related to various structures in biology, such as glands, bones, and appendages.

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Culture

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In biology, cornicles are found in various structures such as insect wings, crustacean limbs, and the ears of some mammals. In literature, cornicles have been used metaphorically to describe insignificant or unnecessary details.

How to Memorize "cornicle"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small projection or outgrowth on an organ or structure.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word with the idea of a small, non-essential detail or projection.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the word 'corn' and 'icle' to remember the meaning.

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