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labial Definition

la·bial (-əl)

adjective

  1. of the labia, or lips
  2. Phonet. articulated with one or both lips, as (f), (b), and (ü)

Etymology: ML labialis < L labium, lip

noun

  1. flue pipe
  2. a labial sound

labial Related Forms
la′·bi·al·ly adverb
labial Usage Examples

Converse of object

  • say: I really am trying to master all of the labials so that I almost never will avoid saying labials in the figure's voice.

Modifies a noun

  • herpes: The License Agreement is for a new application of ICVT for the topical treatment of genital and labial herpes and certain other dysplasias.
  • gland: In degenerated labial glands adjacent to mucocele, EGF synthesis is completely inhibited.
  • surface: However, the veneer was fitted to the labial surface ( front ) of the tooth and he subsequently suffered painful symptoms.
  • lip: Latex straps are provided to hold the shield closely against the Venus mound, making good contact with the labial lips.