Definition

A small structure in the body that connects small arteries and veins, often surrounded by nerve fibers.

Example

The doctor explained that the glomus plays a role in regulating blood flow.

Conversation

Have you ever heard of a glomus?

No, what is that?

It's a small structure in the body that helps with blood flow.

Interesting! I didn't know there were so many tiny parts like a glomus that play a big role.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Glomus comes from Latin 'glomus' (meaning ball or sphere). The term refers to a rounded mass or structure, often used in biological contexts to describe certain types of tissue or structures that are spherical in shape.

Memory Tip

Picture a 'ball' or 'sphere' when you think of glomus, as it directly relates to the rounded shape of the structures it describes.

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