pterygium

English

noun

Definitions

(medicine) An abnormal mass of tissue in the corner of the eye that obstructs vision
(anatomy) A generalized limb of a vertebrate.

Etymology

Borrowed from Ancient Greek πτερύγιον.

Origin

Ancient Greek

πτερύγιον

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Cognates and derived terms

basipterygial English
basipterygium English
pseudopterygium English
pterygial English
pterygiate English
πτερύγιον Ancient Greek