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retinaculum

One entry found for retinaculum.
Main Entry: ret·i·nac·u·lum
Pronunciation: "re-t&-'na-ky&-l&m
Function: noun
Inflected Form(s): plural ret·i·nac·u·la /-l&/
Etymology: New Latin, from Latin, halter, cable, from retinEre to hold back -- more at RETAIN
: any of several fibrous bands of fascia that pass over or under tendons (as at or near the ankle or wrist) and help to keep them in place