caruncle

Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

The caruncle may aid hatchlings in escaping from the nest.

From Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz by Legler, John M.

Almost every caruncle present after 50 days could be flicked off easily with a probe or fingernail.

From Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz by Legler, John M.

The role of the caruncle in opening the shell seems to vary among different species of turtles.

From Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz by Legler, John M.

For a few examples: The little fold of caruncle at the inner margin of the eye in man, represents the nictitating membrane of birds.

From Was Man Created? by Mott, Henry A. (Henry Augustus)

A distinct boss will remain on the maxillary beak after the caruncle is shed.

From Natural History of the Ornate Box Turtle, Terrapene ornata ornata Agassiz by Legler, John M.