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baculum

Upper-Intermediate (B2)

IPA: /ˈbæk.jʊləm/

KK: /ˈbæk.jə.ləm/

noun
Definition

A bone located in the penis of certain mammals, providing structural support.


Example

The baculum varies greatly in size and shape among different species of mammals.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you know that some mammals have a bone called a baculum?
Sloth B
Really? I had no idea that existed!
Sloth A
Yeah, it's quite fascinating how different animals have evolved.
Sloth B
For sure, nature is full of surprises like that!

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
os
bone
skeleton
Antonyms
softness
flexibility
tissue
Root Explanation

Baculum → It originates from Latin 'baculum' (meaning staff or rod). The word refers to a bone that resembles a rod, specifically in certain mammals.

Memory Tip

Think of a 'staff' or 'rod' — that's what 'baculum' refers to, a bone that acts like a rod in some animals.

Visually Confused Words
vibraculum
umbraculum
vasculum
saeculum
piaculum
oraculum
aciculum
abaculus
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