Involucrum

//ˌɪnvəˈluːkɹəm// noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    A sheath that covers or envelopes, especially one that forms around the sequestrum of new bone.
  2. 2
    An involucre.

Synonyms

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bladebractflagfrondleafleaflet

Etymology

Borrowed from Latin involūcrum. Doublet of involucre.

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