What does RUGAE mean?

Heres your result: rugae

1. Parts of Speech: noun

2. Definitions: folds or ridges, especially in the mucous membrane of the stomach, bladder, or other organs

3. Pronunciations: US: /ruːˈɡiː/; UK: /ruːˈɡeɪ/

4. Origin and Usage: "rugae" is a Latin word that means "wrinkles." It is commonly used in medical terminology to describe the folds or ridges in the mucous membrane of various organs, such as the stomach, bladder, and vagina. These folds allow the organs to expand and contract as needed.

5. Synonyms: none

6. Related Words: argue, auger, eager, gager, gauge

7. Example Sentences:

• The rugae in the stomach allow it to expand and contract as food is digested.
• The bladders rugae allow it to hold more urine without stretching too much.
• The gynecologist noted that the patients vaginal rugae were normal and healthy.