Fenestrum
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Fenestrum is a noun meaning A hole or opening.
Meaning
A hole or opening.
Example Sentences
Stitching up fenestrums in the mesentery and the puncture holes completes the operation.
Fig. 5.—Erdman’s Modified Allis inhaler: A, B, Metal frame; C, side plate pushed back to open fenestrums;
The fenestrum of the guillotine is placed over the tonsil as far posteriorly as possible, then firm pressure is made forward, forcing the gland against the alveolar eminence of the jaw.
Fenestrums are formed in the tear wall of the condensation receiver, which are surrounded by flanges partially broken away to admit the passage of air to the space between the tank and the condensation receiver.
Word Forms
- fenestra
- fenestrums
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include fenestrule, fenestration, transfenestration, fent, fester, fistula.
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