limbus

Meanings

• noun

  An anatomical term referring to the thin rim of tissue surrounding an organ or structure.

  - "The limbus of the eye is where the cornea meets the sclera."
  - "The limbus of the heart is the border between the atria and the ventricles."

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Rhymes

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limericks , timid , pride , tide

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Variants

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limbus , limbuses

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Etymology

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From the Latin word 'limbus', meaning 'border' or 'edge'.

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Trivia

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1. The limbus is the site of active cell growth in the eye, where new blood vessels and nerve fibers form.

2. The limbus is also the site of the ciliary body, which produces aqueous humor.

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Related Concepts

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1. cornea: The transparent front part of the eye that forms the outermost layer of the eye and protects the iris and pupil.

2. sclera: The white, fibrous tissue that forms the outer protective coat of the eye.

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Culture

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In literature, the term 'limbus' is used metaphorically to describe a boundary or threshold, such as in Dante's 'Divine Comedy'. In art, it can refer to the outer edge of a painting or drawing.

How to Memorize "limbus"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a circle with a thin rim around it, representing the limbus.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'limbus' with the idea of a boundary or edge.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'Limbus is a Limit' to help remember the definition.

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