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valvule

American  
[val-vyool] / ˈvæl vyul /

noun

  1. a small valve or a part resembling a valve.

valvule British  
/ ˈvælvlɪt, ˈvælvjuːl /

noun

  1. a small valve or a part resembling one

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Etymology

Origin of valvule

From the New Latin word valvula, dating back to 1745–55. See valve, -ule

Example Sentences

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Interventricular valvule: of heart, lies in front of seluilunar valve.

From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.

Oesophageal valve: a funnel-like folding of the oesophagus, extending into the chylific ventricle in some insects, and forming a valve that controls the entrance of food into that organ: = cardiac valvule.

From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.

Pyloric valvule: a circular projection of the stomach behind which is an enlargement of the intestine.

From Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology by Smith, John. B.

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