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Fascicule

Noun

1. A small part or division of a larger whole, especially a booklet or pamphlet.

Example sentence: The encyclopedia is published in fascicules, with each volume covering a range of topics.

Noun

2. Botany: A cluster or bundle of stalks, such as the leafstalks of ferns or the nerve fibers in animal tissues.

Example sentence: The fern's fascicules of leafstalks add an interesting texture to its overall appearance.

Noun

3. Entomology: A group of insects that are reared together in a laboratory or observed collectively in the wild to study their behavior.

Example sentence: The researchers studied the fascicule of ants to understand their foraging patterns.

Adjective

4. Pertaining to or characteristic of a particular region or locality.

Example sentence: The dish is a fascicule specialty, known for its unique blend of local spices.