gena

[jee-nuh, gen-uh]

noun

Zoology, Anatomy.

plural

genae 

1. the cheek or side region of the head.

Other Word Forms

• genal adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of gena¹

1820–30; < Latin: cheek; cognate with Greek génys jaw, chin

Example Sentences

"The global outpouring of concern, love, prayers, and solidarity shown for Gena and to us by friends, neighbours, communities, colleagues, and indeed those with no connection to us at all has been a huge source of comfort and support," they said.

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"I wish to pay tribute to their resilience and determination to support Gena and her fellow captives over these past difficult weeks."

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"I now send Gena, her family and all those released my very best wishes. We will continue to provide all possible support as they recover from their terrible ordeal."

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The family of kidnapped missionary Gena Heraty in Haiti have said they are "relieved beyond words" at her release.

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Mr Brennan has appealed "to everybody out there to do anything that they can to release Gena and all of the others".

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