fim·bri·a (f m br - )n. pl. fim·bri·ae (-br - ) A fringelike part or structure, as at the opening of the fallopian tubes. [Late Latin fimbria, fringe, back-formation from Latin fimbriae, threads, fringe.] fim bri·al adj. |
fimbria [ˈfɪmbrɪə]
n pl -briae [-brɪˌiː]
(Life Sciences & Allied Applications / Anatomy) Anatomy a fringe or fringelike margin or border, esp at the opening of the Fallopian tubes
[from Late Latin, from Latin fimbriae threads, shreds]
fimbrial adj
Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content.
| ?Page tools | ||
|---|---|---|
|