furcula

[US]/ˈfɜːkjʊlə/
[UK]/ˈfɜrkjələ/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a forked structure or part, especially in anatomy or zoology; the same as furculum
Word Forms
Pluralfurculas

Phrases & Collocations

furcula bone

furcula structure

furcula function

furcula anatomy

furcula in birds

furcula development

furcula identification

furcula morphology

furcula evolution

furcula research

Example Sentences

the furcula is an important feature in bird anatomy.

scientists study the furcula to understand flight mechanics.

some dinosaurs also had a furcula similar to birds.

the furcula helps in the stability of the bird's wings.

in ornithology, the furcula is often referred to as the wishbone.

during dissection, we examined the furcula closely.

the structure of the furcula varies among different species.

birds use the furcula to aid in their flight maneuvers.

fossils reveal the evolution of the furcula in ancient birds.

the furcula is often a focus in studies of avian evolution.

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