khúc cuộn
Definition
- Noun:
- A fold or a coil: In anatomy, "khúc cuộn" refers to a folded or coiled structure within an organ, often describing the shape of certain parts of the intestines or other tubular structures.
- A loop or a bend: It can describe a section that is curved or bent back upon itself.
Usage Examples
- Noun:
- Ruột non có nhiều khúc cuộn. (The small intestine has many coils.)
- Khúc cuộn của ống dẫn tinh. (The coil of the vas deferens.)
Advanced Usage
- This term is primarily used in specialized, scientific contexts such as anatomy, biology, and medicine to describe physical structures.
Variants and Related Words
Cuộn (v/n): to roll; a roll or coil.
- Cuộn dây thừng. (To coil a rope.)
Đoạn cuộn: coiled segment.
- Đoạn cuộn của ống tai. (The coiled segment of the ear canal.)
Synonyms
- Fold: a bend or a crease.
- Coil: a length of something wound in a joined sequence of loops.
- Loop: a shape produced by a curve that bends around and crosses itself.
Related Terms
- Nếp gấp: a fold or a pleat (a more general term, not specifically anatomical).
- Nếp gấp của vải. (The fold of the fabric.)