vinculum
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English [edit]
Etymology [edit]
From Latin vinculum (“bond, link”), from vinciō (“bind, fetter, tie”) + -ulum.
Pronunciation [edit]
- IPA: /ˈvɪŋ.kjə.ləm/
Noun [edit]
vinculum (plural vincula or vinculums)
- A bond or link signifying union.
- (arithmetic, obsolete) Any symbol used to group some of the terms in an expression, indicating that that part of the calculation should be done before other parts.
- (arithmetic) A horizontal line over the top of some of the terms in an expression, indicating that that part of the calculation is to be done before other parts.
- (Australia, arithmetic) Specifically, the horizontal line between the numerator and denominator in a fraction.
- (anatomy) A ligament that limits the movement of an organ or part.
Quotations [edit]
- For usage examples of this term, see the citations page.
Synonyms [edit]
- (ligament): mesotendon
Derived terms [edit]
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Latin [edit]
Alternative forms [edit]
Etymology [edit]
From vinciō (“bind, fetter, tie”) + -ulum.
Pronunciation [edit]
Noun [edit]
vinculum (genitive vinculī); n, second declension
Inflection [edit]
| Number | Singular | Plural |
|---|---|---|
| nominative | vinculum | vincula |
| genitive | vinculī | vinculōrum |
| dative | vinculō | vinculīs |
| accusative | vinculum | vincula |
| ablative | vinculō | vinculīs |
| vocative | vinculum | vincula |
