tegmen
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noun \ˈteg-mən\ plural teg·mi·na \-mə-nə\
Definition of TEGMEN
: a superficial layer or covering usually of a plant or animal part
Origin of TEGMEN
New Latin tegmin-, tegmen, from Latin, covering, from tegere to cover — more at thatch
First Known Use: 1807
teg·men
noun \ˈteg-mən\ (Medical Dictionary)plural ; teg·mi·na \-mə-nə\ (audio pronunciation)
Medical Definition of TEGMEN
: an anatomical layer or cover; specifically : tegmen tympani
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