Definition of Semilunar

1. Adjective. Resembling the new moon in shape.

Exact synonyms: Crescent, Crescent-shaped, Lunate
Similar to: Rounded
Derivative terms: Crescent

Definition of Semilunar

1. a. Shaped like a half moon.

2. n. The semilunar bone.

Definition of Semilunar

1. [adj]

Medical Definition of Semilunar

1. Shaped like a half moon. Semilunar bone, the valves at the beginning of the aorta and of the pulmonary artery which prevent the blood from flowing back into the ventricle. The semilunar bone. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Semilunar

semilens
semilente insulin
semilenticular
semilethal
semilethals
semiligneous
semiliquid
semiliquids
semiliterate
semiliterates
semillon
semillons
semilog
semilogarithmic
semilunar (current term)
semilunar (current term)
semilunare
semilunar bone
semilunar bone
semilunar cartilage
semilunar conjunctival fold
semilunar cusp
semilunar fascia
semilunar fasciculus
semilunar fibrocartilage
semilunar fold
semilunar fold of colon
semilunar ganglion
semilunar hiatus
semilunar line

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