Bulbous
Bulbous
Bulbous (pronunciation: /ˈbʌlbəs/) is a term used in medicine and botany to describe a part that is rounded or swollen, often resembling a bulb in shape.
Etymology
The term 'bulbous' originates from the Latin word 'bulbus', which means 'bulb'. It was first used in English in the 1570s to describe something that is bulb-like or swollen.
Medical Usage
In medical terminology, 'bulbous' is often used to describe certain physical characteristics or conditions. For example, a 'bulbous nose' refers to a nose that is rounded and large, often due to rhinophyma, a skin condition associated with rosacea. 'Bulbous' can also describe the swollen appearance of certain body parts due to conditions such as edema or lymphedema.
Botanical Usage
In botany, 'bulbous' is used to describe plants that have a bulb-like structure, known as a bulb. Bulbous plants store their food in the bulb to survive adverse conditions. Examples of bulbous plants include tulips, daffodils, and onions.
Related Terms
- Bulb: A rounded underground storage organ present in some plants, notably those of the lily family.
- Rhinophyma: A skin disorder characterized by a large, red, bumpy or bulbous nose.
- Edema: A condition characterized by an excess of watery fluid collecting in the cavities or tissues of the body, often resulting in a bulbous appearance.
- Lymphedema: A type of chronic swelling that can occur in any part of the body, but typically affects the limbs.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Bulbous
- Wikipedia's article - Bulbous
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