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Etymology
1. velum
noun. a membranous covering attached to the immature fruiting body of certain mushrooms.
Synonyms
- plant part
- partial veil
- veil
- plant structure
Etymology
- velum (Latin)
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2. velum
noun. a muscular flap that closes off the nasopharynx during swallowing or speaking.
Synonyms
- uvula
- roof of the mouth
- flap
- palate
Antonyms
- artifact
- demystify
- unveil
- uncover
Etymology
- velum (Latin)
Sentences with velum
1. Noun, singular or mass
At the back of the oral cavity on the roof of the mouth is the soft palate or velum.