lacinia
noun
la·cin·ia
\ləˈsinēə\
Definition of lacinia
laciniae
\-ēˌē\ orlacinias
1 : a narrow incised segment in a leaf or similar structure
2a : the inner process of the stipes of an insect's maxilla and especially of its first maxilla b : a slender fleshy process on the head of a fish
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Origin and Etymology of lacinia
New Latin, from Latin, lappet, flap; akin to Latin lacer mangled
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