COLLICULUS
\kəlˈɪkjʊləs], \kəlˈɪkjʊləs], \k_ə_l_ˈɪ_k_j_ʊ_l_ə_s]\
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One of the prominences of the corpora quadrigemina; a rounded elevation near the apex of the antero-lateral surface of the arytaenoid cartilage.
By Henderson, I. F.; Henderson, W. D.
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[Latin] A prominence of corpora quadrigemina; a rounded elevation near apex of antero-lateral surface of arytaenoid cartilages; slight elevation formed by optic nerve at entrance to retina; elevation of urethral Crest, with openings of ejaculatory ducts and prostatic utricle.
By J.H. Kenneth
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hydromorphic
- [Greek] Structurally adapted to an aquatic environment, as organs of water plants.