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Definition of Branchiostegal

1. a. Pertaining to the membrane covering the gills of fishes.

Definition of Branchiostegal

1. Adjective. (zoology) Of or pertaining to the operculum that covers the gill slits of fish ¹

2. Noun. A branchiostegal ray. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Medical Definition of Branchiostegal

1. A branchiostegal ray. This term was formerly applied to a group of fishes having boneless branchiae. But the arrangement was artificial, and has been rejected. Origin: Gr. Gill + to cover: cf. F. Branchiostege. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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