Fossae

/ˈfɒsiː/ noun

Definition

Plural form of fossa, referring to multiple ditches, moats, or anatomical cavities.

Etymology

Direct plural form of fossa using the Latin nominative plural -ae ending, preserving classical Latin grammar in modern English, particularly in anatomical and architectural terminology.

Kelly Says

Scientists use the plural fossae when describing the brain's landscape—the cranial fossae are like geographical valleys in your skull that hold different parts of your brain in place.

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