The word "sac" is spelled with three letters - s, a, and c. Its IPA phonetic transcription is /sæk/. The first sound represented by /s/ is a voiceless alveolar fricative, produced by pushing air through a narrow space between the teeth and the tongue. The second sound represented by /æ/ is a short vowel sound that is pronounced with the mouth open and the tongue low in the mouth. The final sound represented by /k/ is a voiceless velar stop, produced by closing the back of the mouth and releasing a burst of air.
A "sac" is a noun with multiple meanings depending on the context. In a biological sense, it refers to a pouch or a bag-like structure found in plants or animals, designed to contain or store something. In botany, it can be seen as a small bladder-like structure or a hollow cavity formed by plant tissues, such as the fluid-filled sacs in certain fruits. In zoology, it is often used to describe a body part or organ that resembles a bag, pouch or pocket, such as the gallbladder, urinary bladder, or bile sac.
"Sac" also has a figurative meaning when used metaphorically. It can denote a figurative container or repository for emotions, secrets, or spiritual beliefs. For instance, one might refer to a "sac of sorrow" to describe a person who is deeply burdened with grief or sadness, or a "sac of ideas" to describe a group of innovative thoughts waiting to be expressed.
Additionally, "sac" can be a colloquial abbreviation for "sacramento," a city in California, or "sacrament," a religious rite or ceremony. In the realm of fashion and accessories, "sac" is occasionally used as a shortened form of "satchel," a type of bag with a strap.
Overall, the term "sac" encompasses a range of definitions related to pouch-like structures, metaphorical containers, and even geographic locations or abbreviations.
• In Eng. law, the ancient privilege enjoyed by the lord of a manor of holding courts.
• A bag or membranous receptacle.
Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.
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The word "sac" comes from the Latin word "saccus", which means "bag" or "sack". This later developed into the Old French word "sac" with the same meaning. Over time, it was adopted into English with the same spelling and meaning.