Canales

/kəˈnɑːleɪz/ noun

Definition

Plural of canale; multiple channels or canals, often used in anatomical and technical Latin-based terminology.

Etymology

Latin plural form of canalis, preserved in English scientific nomenclature, particularly in anatomy where Latin terminology is standard for describing biological structures.

Kelly Says

Medical students learning anatomy encounter 'canales' in Latin descriptions of bone and nerve structure—it's a reminder that Latin remains the universal language of anatomical precision across different countries and languages.

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