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fundus Meaning & Definition

ˈfən-dəs

What Does Fundus Mean?

Fundus is used as a noun meaning the bottom of or part opposite the aperture of the internal surface of a hollow organ. It is also used to mean the greater curvature of the stomach.

Fundus at a Glance

Part of speechnoun
Pronunciation/ˈfən-dəs/
Syllables2
First known use1638

Fundus Definition (Noun)

  1. the bottom of or part opposite the aperture of the internal surface of a hollow organ: such as
  2. the greater curvature of the stomach
  3. the lower back part of the bladder
  4. the large upper end of the uterus
  5. the part of the eye opposite the pupil

Synonyms of Fundus

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Word Forms & Grammar

fun·di

fundi

fundus

Origin of Fundus

borrowed from New Latin, going back to Latin, "bottom, base" bottom:1

First Known Use

1638

Pronouncing Fundus

The standard pronunciation of fundus is /ˈfən-dəs/, spoken in 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (fən).

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