branchial

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bran·chi·al (br

adj.

Of, relating to, or resembling the gills of a fish, their homologous embryonic structures, or the derivatives of their homologous parts in higher animals: branchial muscles.

branchial [ˈbræŋkɪəl]

adj

1. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) of or relating to the gills of an aquatic animal, esp a fish

2. (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) of or relating to homologous structures in higher vertebrates branchial cyst

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Adj.

branchial - of or relating to gills (or to parts of the body derived from embryonic gills)

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