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vermiform process

American  

noun

  1. vermiform appendix.

  2. the vermis.


Etymology

Origin of vermiform process

First recorded in 1830–40

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The inferior vermiform process is subdivided into a posterior part or pyramid; an elevation or uvula, situated between the two tonsils; and an anterior pointed process or nodule.

From Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 4, Slice 4 "Bradford, William" to "Brequigny, Louis" by Various

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