mammillary
Upper-Intermediate (B2)
IPA: //ˈmæmɪˌlɛri//
KK: /ˈmæmɪˌlɛri/
adjective
Definition
Relating to or resembling breasts in shape or form.
Example
The mammillary glands are important for milk production in mammals.
Conversation
Have you seen the new art exhibit at the gallery?
Yes, I went last weekend! Some pieces were quite mammillary in their design.
Really? I didn't expect that kind of style in modern art.
It was surprising, but it gave a unique touch to the whole exhibit.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
breastlike
nippled
puffy
Antonyms
flat
smooth
unadorned
noun
Definition
A small round structure in the brain that is part of the limbic system, involved in memory and emotion.
Example
The mammillary bodies play a crucial role in the formation of memories.
Conversation
Have you ever heard of the mammillary bodies in the brain?
Yeah, I think they play a role in memory, right?
Exactly! It's interesting how such small structures can have a big impact.
Root Explanation
Mammillary → It is formed from "mamma" (from Latin, meaning breast) and the suffix "-ary" (meaning pertaining to). The word "mammillary" refers to something that is related to or resembling a breast or nipple.
Memory Tip
Think of the Latin word for breast, 'mamma', to remember that 'mammillary' means something related to or resembling a breast.
Visually Confused Words
maxillary
armillary
retromammillary
intermammillary
inframammillary