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frenulum [′fren·yə·ləm] (anatomy) A small fold of integument or mucous membrane. A small ridge on the upper part of the anterior medullary velum. (invertebrate zoology) A spine on most moths that projects from the hindwings and is held to the forewings by a clasp, thus coupling the wings together. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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We had his frenulum (the small piece of tissue connecting the tongue to the lower palate) clipped when he was ten days old. With the tongue in this position, intraoral examination showed that the uvula was pushed up and into direct contact with the base of the frenulum (figure, I). The frenulum could have been torn by a blow to the mouth or by a spoon or bottle forced into the mouth, Pena said. |
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