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nodules

UK
/ˈnɒdʒuːlz/
US
/ˈnɑːdʒuːlz/

Translations

nodulenoun

nodules

pl

nodules
pl
UK
/ˈnɒdʒuːl/
US
/ˈnɑːdʒuːl/
noduleTerme de géologie.
Geologists found a nodule of iron ore embedded in the rock.
Les géologues ont trouvé un nodule de minerai de fer incrusté dans la roche.
noduleTerme de botanique.
The farmer noticed nodules on the roots of his pea plants, indicating healthy nitrogen fixation.
L'agriculteur a remarqué des nodules sur les racines de ses pois, indiquant une bonne fixation de l'azote.
noduleTerme médical.
The doctor discovered a nodule on her thyroid during the examination.
Le médecin a découvert un nodule sur sa thyroïde lors de l'examen.
Synonyms
tumor
knot
swelling
growth
lump
node

Definitions

nodulenoun
A small, rounded lump or mass of tissue, often found in the body, such as on the thyroid gland or in the lungs.
The doctor discovered a nodule on her thyroid during the examination.
A small, rounded lump of mineral or rock, often found in sedimentary formations.
Geologists found a nodule of iron ore embedded in the rock.
A small, rounded growth on the roots of certain plants, such as legumes, that contains nitrogen-fixing bacteria.
The farmer noticed nodules on the roots of his pea plants, indicating healthy nitrogen fixation.
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