adnexa
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ad·nex·a
(ăd-nĕk′sə)pl.n.
Accessory or adjoining anatomical parts, as ovaries and fallopian tubes in relation to the uterus.
[Latin, neuter pl. of adnexus, past participle of adnectere, to bind to; see annex.]
ad·nex′al adj.
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adnexa
(ædˈnɛksə)pl n
(Anatomy) anatomy adjoining organs, esp of the uterus
[C19: New Latin: appendages]
adˈnexal adj
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ad•nex•a
(ædˈnɛk sə)n.pl.
appended or accessory anatomical parts, as the eyelids in relation to the eyes.
[1895–1900; < Latin, neuter pl. of adnexus physically attached, joined, past participle of adnectere to attach; see ad-, nexus]
ad•nex′al, adj.
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Noun | 1. | ![]() body part - any part of an organism such as an organ or extremity |
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ad·nex·a
n., pl. anejos, anexos, apéndices tales como las trompas de Falopio.
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