velum (3 synonym found)

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Definition of velum:

(n) : (anatomy) The soft palate.
(n) : (mycology) A veil-like membrane of immature mushrooms extending from the margin of the cap to the stem and is torn by growth, to reveal the gills.
(n) : A thin membrane resembling a veil or curtain.
(n) : (malacology) A locomotory and feeding organ provided with cilia found in the larval stage of bivalves.
(n) : (zoology) An annular membrane, typically bordering a cavity, especially in certain molluscs, medusae, and other invertebrates.
(n) : A delicate membrane found on certain protists.
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Definition of velum:

(n) : (anatomy) The soft palate.
(n) : (mycology) A veil-like membrane of immature mushrooms extending from the margin of the cap to the stem and is torn by growth, to reveal the gills.
(n) : A thin membrane resembling a veil or curtain.
(n) : (malacology) A locomotory and feeding organ provided with cilia found in the larval stage of bivalves.
(n) : (zoology) An annular membrane, typically bordering a cavity, especially in certain molluscs, medusae, and other invertebrates.
(n) : A delicate membrane found on certain protists.

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