Baculum

//ˈbæk.jə.ləm//

"Baculum" in a Sentence (2 examples)

Bacula can be straight rods, s-shaped curves, or even bizarre, flared scoops.

The sexine usually consists of two main parts, a partially or wholly covering layer — the tectum (roof) and below that the rods or rod-like elements — the bacules (baculum, columella).

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