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foraminous Definition


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foramen
noun foramina, foramens
    1. A naturally occurring small opening, particularly in the bone.
Derivative: foraminal
adj
    Derivative: foraminated
    adj
      Pierced with small holes; porous.
    Etymology: 17c: from Latin, from forare to pierce.



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