Emissarial
//ˌɛmɪˈsɛəɹi.əl// adj
adj ·Rare ·Advanced level
Definitions
Adjective
- 1 Connecting one organ or system to another, especially forming connections from outside the cranium to inside the cranium.
"Larger differences were observed by Stepanik (300) on emissarial veins of twenty-five subjects measured first in recumbent and immediately afterwards in a standing position."
- 2 Pertaining to an emissary or the functions of an emissary.
"In contrast to Titus' emissarial role, which clearly champions Paul's apostleship, Timothy's emissarial roles involve general oversight of the well- being of the churches to which he is sent."
Example
More examples"Larger differences were observed by Stepanik (300) on emissarial veins of twenty-five subjects measured first in recumbent and immediately afterwards in a standing position."
Etymology
From emissary + -ial.
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