What is another word for canaliculus?
Pronunciation: [kˌanɐlˈɪkjʊləs] (IPA) 
Canaliculus is a medical term referring to a small canal or duct in the body. There are various synonyms for canaliculus depending on the specific context of its usage. In ophthalmology, it is commonly known as lacrimal canaliculus which refers to the drainage system that collects tears and leads to the tear sac. It can also be called a tube, channel or passage. In dentistry, the word is often used to describe the small channels found within teeth that contain blood vessels and nerves. Other synonyms for canaliculus include ductule, capillary, veinule, and arteriole. Regardless of its specific synonym, canaliculus is an important anatomical structure that plays a significant role in the regulation of bodily fluids.
