incisure
[in-sizh-er]
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noun Anatomy.
a notch, as in a bone or other structure.
Nearby words
- incisively,
- incisor,
- incisor canal,
- incisors,
- incisory,
- incite,
- incitement,
- incitive,
- incivil,
- incivility
Origin of incisure
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Examples from the Web for incisure
When parts usually separate are distinguished neither by incisure, segment, nor suture.
An Introduction to Entomology: Vol. IV (of 4)|William KirbyIncisure: an impressed line marking the junction of two segments: an incision.
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology|John. B. SmithWhen neither head, trunk, nor abdomen are separated by any incisure or suture.
An Introduction to Entomology: Vol. IV (of 4)|William Kirby
incisure
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