Epicoelous

/ˌɛpɪˈsiːləs/ adjective

Definition

Having superior cavities; characterized by the presence of epicoelia.

Etymology

From 'epicoelia' + '-ous' (full of or characterized by). An adjectival form using the common '-ous' suffix in anatomy.

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The '-ous' suffix is ancient—it traveled from Latin into English and is used everywhere from 'dangerous' to 'luminous,' making it one of English's most productive word-building tools.

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