Limbus (Noun)
Meaning
A border or edge of any of various body parts distinguished by color or structure.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- The limbus of the cornea is the circular zone where the transparent cornea meets the opaque sclera.
- The limbus of the iris is the outermost edge of the iris, separating it from the cornea.
- To distinguish between the limbus of the optic disc and the surrounding retina, the doctor used specialized equipment.
- The limbus of the tympanic membrane, also known as the annulus, provides a secure attachment to the bony frame.
- The surgeon took extra care to suture the limbus of the eyelid carefully to ensure proper healing and appearance.