How Do You Spell CALYCULUS?

Pronunciation: [kalˈɪkjʊləs] (IPA)

Calyculus is a scientific term referring to a small cup-shaped structure found in various plants and animals. The spelling of this word is based on the Latin word "calyx," which means "cup" or "chalice." The first syllable is pronounced as /ˈkælɪ/ with the emphasis on the first syllable, followed by the short "i" sound. The second part of the word is pronounced /kjʊləs/, with emphasis on the first syllable and the "u" sounding like "oo." The final "u" is barely sounded or silent.

CALYCULUS Meaning and Definition

1. Calyculus, derived from the Latin word "calyculus," refers to a small cup or saucer-shaped structure found in various organisms. In botany, it refers to a floral structure that can be found in certain plants, particularly in the group of plants known as Asteraceae or Compositae (the daisy family). The calyculus is a ring or cup-like structure located just below the flower head or inflorescence, consisting of small, leaf-like modified structures called bracts. These bracts act as protective structures for the developing flowers and contribute to the overall appearance of the inflorescence.

   In zoology, the term calyculus also has different applications. In some marine invertebrates, such as sea urchins or sea stars, calyculus refers to small structures found on the body surface or test, which play a role in locomotion or provide tactile sensory functions. Additionally, in certain species of sponges or corals, calyculus refers to small cup-like structures that serve as protective chambers or skeletal elements.

   Overall, regardless of the specific context, the term calyculus primarily denotes a small cup or saucer-shaped structure that may serve various functions depending on the organism in question, including protection, support, or sensory purposes.

2. Calycle; (1) in botany, an accessory calyx; (2) in anatomy a bud-shaped or cup-shaped structure, resembling the closed calyx of a flower.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

3. A row of leaflets at the base of the calyx on the outside.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for CALYCULUS

• xalyculus
• valyculus
• falyculus
• dalyculus
• czlyculus
• cslyculus
• cwlyculus
• cqlyculus
• cakyculus
• capyculus
• caoyculus
• caltculus
• calgculus
• cal7culus
• cal6culus
• calyxulus
• calyvulus
• calyfulus
• calydulus

Etymology of CALYCULUS

The word "calyculus" has Latin origins. It is derived from the Latin word "calyx", meaning "cup" or "chalice". In botanical terms, a calyx refers to the sepals, which form a cup-like structure around the base of a flower. "Calyculus" is the diminutive form of calyx, and it is used in reference to small or secondary calyces.

Similar spelling words for CALYCULUS

• calculus,
• caliculus,
• calyceal,
• calycle,
• calycular,
• calyculate,
• calculous.

Plural form of CALYCULUS is CALYCULI