In anatomy, a blind pouch or cavity that is closed at one end. The term cul-de-sac is used specifically to refer to the rectouterine pouch (the pouch of Douglas), an extension of the peritoneal cavity between the rectum and back wall of the uterus.

1738, as an anatomical term, from French cul-de-sac, literally "bottom of a sack," from Latin culus "bottom, backside, fundament." For second element, see sack (n.1). Application t [..]

Also called a ‘Court’ or ‘Dead End Street’. A street with only one entrance, the other end being closed. Often valued for the privacy provide to homes in the street.

A dead-end street. One with only one entrance/exit.

A street or court with no outlet which provides a circular turn around for vehicles.

a segment of the circulation network that terminates without intersecting another segment of the circulation network

A cul-de-sac is a street which ends in a broad circle with houses arranged around it. The street is typically a dead end street.

A dead-end street. One with only one entrance/exit.

A street or court with no outlet, which provides a circular turn around for vehicles.

A sac or recess formed by a fold of the Peritoneum.