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Definitions

Noun

1. 1
   The appendages of an organ, such as the Fallopian tubes of the uterus. plural, plural-normally
2. 2
   accessory or adjoining anatomical parts or appendages to an organ (especially of the embryo) wordnet

Synonyms

All synonyms

annexa

Etymology

From Latin adnexa.

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