linin

British  

/ ˈlaɪnɪn /

noun

1. the network of viscous material in the nucleus of a cell that connects the chromatin granules

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Etymology

Origin of linin

C19: from Latin līnum flax + _-in

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Example Sentences

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linin

More contracted cross and diamond-shaped tetrads; linin bands shown in 60, where element x is also present.

From Studies in Spermatogenesis Part I by Nettie Maria Stevens

I got to quit now cause there linin up for mess.

From "Same old Bill, eh Mable!" by G. William Breck

I put my hand into the pocket where it had been and there was a hole right through the linin'.

From The Postmaster by Joseph C. Lincoln

One split segment and a part of another connected by bands of linin.

From Studies in Spermatogenesis Part I by Nettie Maria Stevens

I then put the letter in my hat, rite under the linin, an, takin my slate under my arm, and my hickory in my hand, I started for the Treasury buildin.

From Letters of Major Jack Downing, of the Downingville Militia by Seba Smith

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