frenum

noun fre·num \ˈfrē-nəm\

plural frenums or fre·na \-nə\

Definition of FRENUM

New Latin, from Latin, bridle, reins, and bit; probably akin to Latin frendere to grind — more at grind

First Known Use: 1741

Medical Dictionary

noun fre·num \ˈfrē-nəm\

plural frenums or fre·na \-nə\

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