Definition of Tectum

1. Noun. The dorsal portion of the midbrain, containing the superior colliculus and inferior colliculus ¹

2. Noun. The interconnected outer surface of a spore. ¹

3. Noun. Noodle like panels for ceilings to dull echoes in large rooms. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Tectum

1. a rooflike structure [n -TUMS or -TA]

Medical Definition of Tectum

1. Any rooflike covering or structure. Origin: L. Roof, roofed structure, fr. Tego, pp. Tectus, to cover (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Tectum

tectonostratigraphic
tectonostratigraphy
tectopontine tract
tectorial
tectorial membrane
tectorial membrane of cochlear duct
tectorium
tectosilicate
tectosilicates
tectosphere
tectospinal
tectospinal decussation
tectospinal tract
tectrices
tectrix
tectum (current term)
tectum mesencephali
tectums
tecum
tedded
tedder
teddered
teddering
tedders
teddie
teddies
tedding
teddy
teddy-bear
teddy bear

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