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laminal

1 American  
[lam-uh-nl] / ˈlæm ə nl /

adjective

  1. (of a speech sound) articulated using the blade of the tongue.


noun

  1. a laminal speech sound.

laminal 2 American  
[lam-uh-nl] / ˈlæm ə nl /

adjective

  1. laminar.


Etymology

Origin of laminal1

< Latin lāmin ( a ) blade ( see lame 2) + -al 1

Origin of laminal2

lamin(a) + -al 1

Example Sentences

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The Superior Edge, outlining the superior margin of the laminal surface, describes a curve, with the convexity of the curve forward.

From Diseases of the Horse's Foot by Reeks, Harry Caulton

The ascending branches penetrate the substance of the os pedis, and emerge by the numerous foraminæ on its laminal surface.

From Diseases of the Horse's Foot by Reeks, Harry Caulton

Congestion of the laminal blood-vessels and consequent laminitis occurs when animals are made to maintain a standing position for prolonged periods, as, for instance, when making sea voyages.

From Diseases of the Horse's Foot by Reeks, Harry Caulton

At this stage hæmorrhages of the laminal vessels occur.

From Diseases of the Horse's Foot by Reeks, Harry Caulton

The anterior region, as is the laminal surface, is covered with foraminæ; in this case more minute.

From Diseases of the Horse's Foot by Reeks, Harry Caulton

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