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frenulum

Syllabification: (fren·u·lum)
Pronunciation: /ˈfrenyələm/
Definition of frenulum

noun

Anatomy
  • a small fold or ridge of tissue that supports or checks the motion of the part to which it is attached, in particular a fold of skin beneath the tongue, or between the lip and the gum.
  • Entomology (in some moths and butterflies) a bristle or row of bristles on the edge of the hind wing that keeps it in contact with the forewing.

Origin:

early 18th century: modern Latin, diminutive of Latin frenum 'bridle'

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