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oscular

Pronunciation: /ˈɒskjʊlə/
Definition of oscular

adjective

  • 1 humorous relating to kissing.
  • 2 Zoology relating to an osculum.

Origin:

early 19th century: from Latin osculum 'mouth, kiss' (diminutive of os 'mouth') + -ar1

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