noun Download 🔗Share The number of strokes that make up a written letter, and the direction, sequence and speed in which they are written. (Compare graph; see also aspect.) Examples : "The student practiced the ductus of each letter to improve the legibility of her handwriting. " writing language style linguistics Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A subtle reduction of weight towards the middle of the stroke of the letter. Examples : "The calligraphy teacher pointed out the faint ductus in the student's "M," where the downstroke subtly thinned before widening again. " writing style art language technical Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun Download 🔗Share A duct, tube or canal in the body. Examples : "The doctor explained that the blockage in the patient's ductus was preventing proper fluid drainage. " anatomy organ medicine body physiology Chat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading