What is another word for tubercle?
Pronunciation: [tjˈuːbəkə͡l] (IPA) 
Tubercle is a medical term that refers to a small, rounded projection or swelling on a bone or other part of the body. There are numerous synonyms that can be used to describe this type of feature, including node, bump, gibbosity, protuberance, nodule, bulge, and swelling. These words are often used interchangeably depending on the context and the specific location of the tubercle in question. Additionally, some scientific disciplines may use more specific terminology to describe various types of tubercles, such as the dental tubercle or the olecranon tubercle. Regardless of the specific synonym used, all of these terms refer to a small, rounded protrusion on the human body.
