trigone

[ trahy-gohn ]

noun

1. Also Anatomy.
   1. a triangular part or area.
   2. the area on the floor of the urinary bladder between the opening of the urethra in front and the two ureters at the sides.
2. Botany. a thickened area where three or more plant cells come together.

Word History and Origins

Origin of trigone¹

1825–35; < French < Latin trigōnum triangle; trigon

Example Sentences

On the left side of the trigone a tumor with a broad base was seen, which resembled somewhat a strawberry in size and form.

From Project Gutenberg

The trigone was covered by a mass consisting of pointed papill.

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