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Definition of Mentum
1. Noun. A projection like a chin formed by the sepals and base of the column in some orchids.
2. Noun. The protruding part of the lower jaw.
Exact synonyms: Chin
Terms within: Goatee
Specialized synonyms: Buccula, Double Chin
Group relationships: Face, Human Face
Generic synonyms: Feature, Lineament
Terms within: Goatee
Specialized synonyms: Buccula, Double Chin
Group relationships: Face, Human Face
Generic synonyms: Feature, Lineament
3. Noun. A projection below the mouth of certain mollusks that resembles a chin.
Definition of Mentum
1. n. The front median plate of the labium in insects. See Labium.
Definition of Mentum
1. Noun. (anatomy) The chin. ¹
2. Noun. (context: malacology) A chin-like projection below the mouth of certain mollusks. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Mentum
1. the chin [n -TA]
Medical Definition of Mentum
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