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Meaning of VALVULAR

Pronunciation:  'valvyulur

WordNet Dictionary
 
 Definition: [adj]  relating to or operating by means of valves
 
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Webster's 1913 Dictionary
 
 Definition: 
\Valv"u*lar\, a. [Cf. F. valvulaire.]
1. Of or pertaining to a valve or valves; specifically
   (Med.), of or pertaining to the valves of the heart; as,
   valvular disease.
2. Containing valves; serving as a valve; opening by valves;
   valvate; as, a valvular capsule.
 
Medical Dictionary
 
 Definition: Relating to an anatomical valve, in this case a valve of the heart.
 

 

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