nodular

• Qualifie quelque chose qui présente ou est caractérisé par de petites masses ou nodules, souvent de consistance ferme, notamment en médecine ou en géologie.

Describes something that has or is characterized by small lumps or nodes.

1. Having small lumpsC1formalmedical

   Characterized by or having small, rounded lumps or swellings (nodules).

   nodulaire

   • The X-ray revealed a nodular growth on the patient's lung.
   • Nodular skin lesions can be a sign of certain diseases.
   • The doctor noted a nodular texture in the thyroid gland.

   Synonymesbumpyknobbyknottedlumpynodulatednodulosetuberculate

   Antonymesevenflatsmooth

2. Occurring as nodulesC1formalmedical

   Occurring in the form of small, rounded masses or lumps.

   Se présentant sous forme de nodules

   • The nodular deposits were found in the soil sample.
   • Nodular formations are common in certain types of rock.
   • The disease presents with nodular swellings under the skin.

   Synonymesnodulatednodulose