rete

rete definition - medical

re·te (rēˈtē)

noun pl. re·ti·a (rēˈtē-ə, rēˈshə)
An anatomical mesh, network, or structure, as of veins, arteries, or nerves.

Related Forms:

  • reˈti·al (-tē-əl, -shəl) adjective

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