A covering flap in animals, such as a gill cover.
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- (noun) A covering flap in animals, such as a gill cover.
- (noun) The lidlike portion of a moss sporangium or of a fruit that detaches to allow the dispersal of spores or seeds.
- (noun) A gum flap covering (part of) a partially erupted tooth, usually a wisdom tooth.
Meanings
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noun A covering flap in animals, such as a gill cover.
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noun The lidlike portion of a moss sporangium or of a fruit that detaches to allow the dispersal of spores or seeds.
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noun A gum flap covering (part of) a partially erupted tooth, usually a wisdom tooth.
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noun A structure which serves as a cover or lid.
Summary
A covering flap in animals, such as a gill cover.
- (noun) A covering flap in animals, such as a gill cover.
- (noun) The lidlike portion of a moss sporangium or of a fruit that detaches to allow the dispersal of spores or seeds.
- (noun) A gum flap covering (part of) a partially erupted tooth, usually a wisdom tooth.