[f. L. utricul-us little womb, etc. (UTRICULUS2) + -AR1. Cf. F. utriculaire.] Of or pertaining to the uterus or abdomen; uterine.
1827. J. Forbes, trans. Laennec’s Dis. Chest (ed. 2), 58. The entrance and escape of the air through the wound gave rise to an extremely distinct utricular buzzing.
1857. Bullock, Cazeaux’ Midwif., 180. The utricular glands also become visibly enlarged.
1871. A. Meadows, Man. Midwifery (ed. 2), 21. The lining membrane of the uterus … appears to be made up of a countless number of small tubes, the utricular glands or follicles.
