Fascicular

/fæˈsɪkjələr/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or arranged in fascicles; having the structure or arrangement of small bundles or clusters.

Etymology

From Latin 'fasciculus' (small bundle) plus '-ar' adjective suffix. Technical term used in botany and anatomy to describe bundled arrangements.

Kelly Says

In your nervous system, fascicular arrangement means nerves are grouped into organized bundles—surgeons have to understand this bundling when doing nerve repairs!

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