frenum

fre·num

noun

The definition of a frenum is a fold of skin or a mucous membrane that limits or controls the movement of an organ or body part.

The small piece of pink skin that attaches the tongue to the bottom of the mouth is an example of a frenum.

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frenum

noun

pl. -·nums or -·na

a fold of skin or mucous membrane that checks or controls the movement of an organ or part, as the fold under the tongue

Origin of frenum

L, literally , a bridle from Indo-European base an unverified form dher-, to hold from source firm

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frenum

noun

pl. fre·nums, or fre·na

A membranous fold of skin or mucous membrane that supports or restricts the movement of a part or organ, such as the small band of tissue that connects the underside of the tongue to the floor of the mouth.

Origin of frenum

Latin frēnum bridle from frendere to grind ; see ghrendh- in Indo-European roots.

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Noun

(plural frena or frenums)

A frenulum.

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From Latin frēnum.

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frenum - Medical Definition

pl. frenums or frena (-nə)

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