Saclike (Adjective)
Meaning
Shaped like a pouch.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The stomach of a chicken is a saclike organ that stores and grinds food before it enters the small intestine.
- The saclike structure of the fish's swim bladder helps it maintain buoyancy in the water.
- The saclike pouches on the tree frog's feet allow it to stick to smooth surfaces.
- The saclike shape of the marsupial's pouch protects and nurtures its young.
- The saclike cavity in the center of the flower contains the reproductive organs.