Meaning of the word bulla in English
What does bulla mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
bulla
US /ˈbʊl.ə/
UK /ˈbʊl.ə/
Noun
1.
a large blister or skin vesicle filled with fluid
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The burn resulted in a painful bulla on her arm.
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The doctor drained the large bulla to relieve the pressure.
2.
a hollow, bony prominence, especially on the skull
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The auditory bulla in mammals houses the middle and inner ear structures.
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Fossil evidence often includes well-preserved cranial bullae.
3.
a lead seal attached to a papal bull or other official document
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The ancient decree was authenticated by a heavy lead bulla.
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Historians studied the intricate designs on the papal bulla.