ductus en · NOUN
Pronunciation
- /ˈdʌk.təs/
Etymology
Borrowed from Latin ductus (“leading, conducting”, noun). Doublet of duct and douit.
Meanings
- The number of strokes that make up a written letter, and the direction, sequence and speed in which they are written (Compare graph; see also aspect.)
- A subtle reduction of weight towards the middle of the stroke of the letter.
- A duct, tube or canal in the body.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| ductuses | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| ductus | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Relateds
ductus longitudinalis epoophori · ductus deferens · ductus arteriosus · ductus choledochus · ductus ejaculatorius