Medullary (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Containing or consisting of or resembling bone marrow.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Related Words
Meaning 2
Of or relating to the medulla of any body part.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Related Words
Meaning 3
Of or relating to the medulla oblongata.
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The medullary centers in the brainstem regulate many of the body's autonomic functions, such as breathing and heart rate.
- Damage to the medullary tissue can result in serious complications, including respiratory failure and cardiac arrest.
- The medullary region of the brainstem is responsible for controlling many of the body's involuntary functions.
- Researchers have made significant progress in understanding the medullary mechanisms that govern blood pressure regulation.
- The medullary part of the brainstem is particularly vulnerable to injury due to its location and delicate structure.