CEFR C2

Annulus

noun

Meaning

A ring-shaped object or a region bounded by two concentric circles.

Examples

The engineer calculated the area of the annulus to determine how much sealant was required for the pipe joint.
In anatomy, the annulus fibrosus forms the tough outer layer of the intervertebral disc.

Synonyms: ring, loop, band, torus

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Annulus (C2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈænjʊləs/

Definition

A ring-shaped object or a region bounded by two concentric circles.

Examples

The engineer calculated the area of the annulus to determine how much sealant was required for the pipe joint.
In anatomy, the annulus fibrosus forms the tough outer layer of the intervertebral disc.
The telescope's aperture was partially blocked, creating a distinct annulus of light around the star.

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