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saccular

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: /ˈsæk.jʊ.lər/

KK: /sækjələr/

adjective
Definition

Having the shape of a sac or consisting of sac-like structures.


Example

The saccular structure of the organ helps in storing fluids.


Conversation
Sloth A
Have you seen that new plant with saccular leaves?
Sloth B
Yeah, it's really unique!
Sloth A
I love how it looks so different from regular plants.
Sloth B
Totally! The saccular shape gives it a cool texture.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
pouchy
saclike
bulbous
Antonyms
flat
smooth
unbulbous
Root Explanation

**Saccular** → It is formed from "saccus" (from Latin, meaning bag or sac) and the suffix "-ular" (meaning small or diminutive). The word "saccular" refers to something that is small and bag-like in shape.

Memory Tip

Think of a small 'bag' ('saccus') when you hear 'saccular' — it helps you remember that it describes something that is bag-like.

Visually Confused Words
acicular
succula
sicular
secular
saecula
sacrosecular
postsaccular
oscular
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