Words Like RAPHE
We have put together a list of words that are similar to RAPHE.
2 Alternative Words Similar to raphe
6 definitions of raphe
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In botany: In an anatropous or amphitropous (hemitropous) ovule or seed, the adnate cord which connects the hilum with the chalaza, commonly appearing as a more or less salient ridge, sometimes completely embedded in a fleshy testa of the seed. See cuts under anatropous and hemitropous.
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A longitudinal line or rib on the valves of many diatoms, connecting the three nodules when present. (See nodule.) The usual primary classification of genera depends upon its presence or absence.
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In anatomy, a seam-like union of two lateral halves, usually in the mesial plane, and constituting either a median septum of connective tissue or a longitudinal ridge or furrow; specifically, in the brain, the median lamina of decussating fibers which extends in the tegmental region from the oblongata up to the third ventricle.
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In ornithology, the groove along the under side of the rachis of a feather.
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A ridge or seam on an organ, bodily tissue, or other structure, especially at the join between two halves or sections.
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a ridge that forms a seam between two parts