lobule
nounmasculinetécnico/luˈbulu/medium
lo·bu·lo
Definition
A small lobe or subdivision of a lobe, especially in anatomical or botanical structures.
The lobule of the ear is the lower, fleshy part.
Brain lobules have distinct functions.
Common collocations
brain lobuleear lobulepulmonary lobulehepatic lobule
Etymology
Do latim 'lobulus', diminutivo de 'lobus'.