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gut·​tu·​la | \ ˈgəchələ \
plural guttulae\ -​ˌlē \

Definition of guttula

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: a small spot shaped like a drop

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Other Words from guttula

guttular \ -​lə(r) \ adjective
guttulate \ -​lə̇t , -​ˌlāt \ adjective

History and Etymology for guttula

Late Latin, diminutive of Latin gutta drop

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“Guttula.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/guttula. Accessed 4 Jul. 2022.

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