SINCE 1828
ciliary
adjective
cil·i·ary
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Definition of ciliary
1
: of, relating to, or being the annular suspension of the lens of the eye
2
: of or relating to cilia
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ciliary
adjective
cil·i·ary
| \ ˈsil-ē-ˌer-ē
\
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Medical Definition of ciliary
1
: of or relating to cilia
ciliary movement
2
: of, relating to, or being the annular suspension of the lens of the eye
a ciliary arteriole ciliary spasm
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