incisure

[ in-sizh-er ]

/ ɪnˈsɪʒ ər /

noun Anatomy.

a notch, as in a bone or other structure.

Nearby words

incisive papilla, incisor, incisor canal, incisors, incisory, incisure, incite, incitement, incivility, incl., inclasp

Origin of incisure

From the Latin word incīsūra, dating back to 1590–1600. See incise, -ure

Related forms

in·cis·ur·al, adjective

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Examples from the Web for incisure

When parts usually separate are distinguished neither by incisure, segment, nor suture.
An Introduction to Entomology: Vol. IV (of 4)|William Kirby
Incisure: an impressed line marking the junction of two segments: an incision.
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology|John. B. Smith
When neither head, trunk, nor abdomen are separated by any incisure or suture.
An Introduction to Entomology: Vol. IV (of 4)|William Kirby

British Dictionary definitions for incisure

incisure

/ (ɪnˈsaɪʒə) /

noun

anatomy an incision or notch in an organ or part

Derived Forms

incisural, adjective

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Medicine definitions for incisure

incisure

[ ĭn-sī′zhər ]

n.

An indentation at the edge of a structure; a notch.

Related forms

in•ci′su•ral adj.