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Definition of Peritomous
1. a. Cleaving in more directions than one, parallel to the axis.
Definition of Peritomous
1. Adjective. (minerology) Cleaving in more than one direction, parallel to the axis. ¹
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Medical Definition of Peritomous
1. Cleaving in more directions than one, parallel to the axis. Origin: Gr. Cut off all around. See Peri-, and Tome. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)