nodulation

noun

nod·​u·​la·​tion ˌnä-jə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce nodulation (audio)
1
: the process of forming nodules and especially root nodules containing symbiotic bacteria
2
: nodule

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For example, bacteria that live symbiotically in the roots of legumes send RNA messages to promote nodulation—the growth of little bumps where the bacteria live and fix nitrogen for the plant. Annie Melchor, WIRED, 13 Oct. 2024 For example, bacteria that live symbiotically in the roots of legumes send RNA messages (opens a new tab) to promote nodulation — the growth of little bumps where the bacteria live and fix nitrogen for the plant. Quanta Magazine, 16 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1862, in the meaning defined at sense 2

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The first known use of nodulation was in 1862

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“Nodulation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/nodulation. Accessed 7 Nov. 2024.

Medical Definition

nodulation

noun
nod·​u·​la·​tion ˌnäj-ə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce nodulation (audio)
: the formation or presence of nodules
lung X-rays showing evidence of nodulation
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