Plica (Noun)
Meaning
A folded part (as in skin or muscle).
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- A plica of skin was formed where the eyelid met the cheek.
- The plica of the nasal mucosa was swollen due to the infection.
- The plica of the flexor tendon was inflamed, causing pain and stiffness in the knee.
- The surgeon carefully excised the plica of scar tissue that was causing the adhesion.
- The doctor explained that the plica of the ligament was normal and not a cause for concern.