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uncus

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un·cus  (ngks)
n. pl. un·ci (ns) Biology
A hook-shaped part or process.
[Latin, hook.]
uncus [ˈʌŋkəs]
n pl unci [ˈʌnsaɪ]
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Zoology) (Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Anatomy) Zoology Anatomy a hooked part or process, as in the human cerebrum
[from Latin: hook]
ThesaurusLegend:  Synonyms Related Words Antonyms
Noun1.uncusuncus - (biology) any hook-shaped process or part
biological science, biology - the science that studies living organisms
crotchet, hook - a sharp curve or crook; a shape resembling a hook


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