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Definition of Tenaculum

1. n. An instrument consisting of a fine, sharp hook attached to a handle, and used mainly for taking up arteries, and the like.

Definition of Tenaculum

1. a hooked surgical instrument [n -LA or -LUMS]

Medical Definition of Tenaculum

1. Origin: L, a holder, fr. Tenere to hold. Cf. Tenaille. An instrument consisting of a fine, sharp hook attached to a handle, and used mainly for taking up arteries, and the like. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

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