ampulla

Meanings

• noun

  A small, bulbous container or sac, especially one used to store or transport liquids.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with ampulla
mulla , yulla

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Variants

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ampulla , ampullae , ampullar , ampullary , ampulla of Lorenzini , ampullae of Lorenzini

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Etymology

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From Latin ampulla, a small bottle, from ampullare, to bottle up.

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Trivia

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1. The largest known ampulla is the 'Great Amber Ampulla' which is over 1.5 meters tall and was discovered in Latvia.

2. In the Middle Ages, ampullae were used to transport holy water and were often carried by pilgrims on their journeys.

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Related Concepts

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1. Ampullary gland: A small gland located at the end of the bile duct in the small intestine.

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Culture

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In ancient Rome, ampullae were used to transport and offer liquids, such as wine or oil, to the gods. They were often decorated with intricate designs and inscriptions.

How to Memorize "ampulla"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a small, round container filled with a liquid.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'ampulla' with the image of a bulbous container or sac.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Use the mnemonic 'A Small Bulb Used To Hold A Liquid' to remember the definition of 'ampulla'.

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