1. A small fossa. ... 2. A minor fissure or slight depression on the surface of the cerebrum. ... Synonym: fossette. ... Origin: L. Dim. Of fossa, ditch ... (05 Mar 2000) ... 
(fos´u-lә) pl. fos´sulae Latin word meaning a small trench, or fossa; a term used in anatomy.
Type: Term Pronunciation: fos′yū-lă, -lē Definitions: 1. A small fossa. 2. A minor fissure or slight depression on the surface of the cerebrum. Synonyms: fossette1
fossula (s), fossulae (pl) A small pit or depression.
a small fossa.