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macula meaning and definition
Definition and meaning of macula at MeaningMonkey.org. macula meaning and definition in the English Dictionary.MACULA noun
Definition of macula (noun)
- a cooler darker spot appearing periodically on the sun's photosphere; associated with a strong magnetic field
- synonyms: sunspot
- a small yellowish central area of the retina that is rich in cones and that mediates clear detailed vision
- synonyms: macula lutea, macular area, yellow spot
- a patch of skin that is discolored but not usually elevated; caused by various diseases
- synonyms: macule
Source: Princeton University Wordnet