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aponeurotic

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adjective aponeurotic has 1 sense
  1. aponeurotic - of or relating to an aponeurosis; "muscles attached by a flat aponeurotic membrane"

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Aponeurotic

Adjective

1. Pertaining to or characteristic of an aponeurosis, which is a flat, sheet-like tendon connecting muscles to bones or other muscles.

2. Having the qualities or characteristics of an aponeurosis.

Examples:

1. The aponeurotic sheath protects and strengthens the underlying muscles in the abdomen.

2. The aponeurotic extensions of the temporalis muscle attach to the skull, allowing for effective jaw movement.

3. The surgeon used an aponeurotic graft to repair the torn tendon.

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