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ampullae Definition


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ampulla
noun ampullae
    1. anatomy.
      The dilated end of a duct or canal.
    2. zool.
      Any small membranous vesicle.
    3. archaeol, etc.
      A small round glass bottle with two handles, used by ancient Romans for holding oil, perfume or wine.
    4. A container for oil, water or wine used in religious ceremonies.
Etymology: 14c: Latin, meaning ‘a small rounded flask' and thought to be a diminutive of amphora.



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