a. [f. L. follicul-us + -OUS.] in prec.
1828. Stark, Elem. Nat. Hist., I. 10. Other membranes are called mucous or folliculous, because they secrete a viscid fluid, which lubricates their internal surface.
1884. Syd. Soc. Lex., Folliculous, having, or consisting of, follicles. Same as Follicular.
