loculus

 
Pronunciation: /ˈlɒkjʊləs/

noun (plural loculi /-lʌɪ, -liː/)

chiefly Botany
  • each of a number of small separate cavities, especially in an ovary.

Derivatives

locular

adjective

Origin:

mid 19th century: from Latin, 'compartment', diminutive of locus 'place'