Frenulum
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈfriː.njʊl.əm/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Frenulum is a noun meaning (anatomy) A small fold or ridge of tissue that supports or restrains 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.
Meaning
(anatomy) A small fold or ridge of tissue that supports or restrains 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.
More Meanings
- (entomology, zootomy) A bristle or row of bristles on the edge of the hindwings of some lepidoptera which unites the wings by interlocking with a catch on the posterior part of the forewings.
Example Sentences
Humans have three oral frenulums: beneath the tongue, between the upper lip and gum, and between the lower lip and gum.
Word Forms
- frenula
- frenulums
Synonyms for frenulum
Depending on context, synonyms include frenum.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include frenum, fraenum, fourchette, filtrum, fimbria, fornix.
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