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pial

adjective
pi·​al | \ ˈpī-əl How to pronounce pial (audio) , ˈpē- How to pronounce pial (audio) \

Definition of pial

: of or relating to the pia mater

First Known Use of pial

1875, in the meaning defined above

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piaffe

piaffer

Piaget

pial

pia mater

pianette

piangendo

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pial

adjective
pi·​al | \ ˈpī-əl How to pronounce pial (audio) , ˈpē- How to pronounce pial (audio) \

Medical Definition of pial

: of or relating to the pia mater a pial artery

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