Creek

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Creek (Anatomy)

Creek (/kri:k/), in the context of anatomy, is a term used to describe a small, narrow space or passage in the body. The term is not commonly used in modern medical literature but can be found in older texts and historical anatomical descriptions.

Etymology

The term 'Creek' is derived from the Old Norse word 'kriki', meaning a bend or corner. In the context of anatomy, it was used to describe small, narrow passages in the body that resembled the winding nature of a creek or stream.

Related Terms

  • Canal: A tubular passage or channel which connects different parts of the body.
  • Duct: A circumscribed channel leading from an exocrine gland or organ.
  • Sinus: A cavity within a bone or other tissue, especially one in the bones of the face or skull connecting with the nasal cavities.
  • Vessel: A tube in which a body fluid circulates.

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