Definitions of cancellous
-
having an open or latticed or porous structure
-
synonyms:
cancellate, cancellated
-
cellular
characterized by or divided into or containing cells or compartments (the smallest organizational or structural unit of an organism or organization)
-
cellular
Cite this entry
Style:
MLA
- MLA
- APA
- Chicago
A paragraph of text
Copy citationDISCLAIMER: These example sentences appear in various news sources and books to reflect the usage of the word ‘cancellous'.
Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Vocabulary.com or its editors.
Send us feedback
Word Family
EDITOR'S CHOICE
Look up cancellous for the last time
Close your vocabulary gaps with personalized learning that focuses on teaching the words you need to know.
