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Frenum

Noun: A small fold or ridge of tissue that attaches or restricts the movement of a part or organ in the body.

Sense 1: In human anatomy, a frenum refers to the small folds of connective tissue that attach the lips to the gums or the tongue to the floor of the mouth.

Example sentence: The dentist advised the patient to undergo a frenectomy to remove the frenum between their upper lip and gums.

Sense 2: In zoology, a frenum is a thin, membranous structure found in certain insects, serving as a support or attachment for wings or other organs.

Example sentence: The butterfly gracefully fluttered its wings, its frenum providing stability during flight.

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