First Known Use: circa 1660
Dictionary
plica
noun pli·ca \ˈplī-kə\
plural pli·cae \-ˌkē, -ˌsē\
Definition of PLICA
: a fold or folded part; especially : a groove or fold of skin
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Origin of PLICA
Medieval Latin, from Latin plicare to fold — more at ply
Medical Dictionary
plica
noun pli·ca \ˈplī-kə\
plural pli·cae \-ˌkē, -ˌsē\
Medical Definition of PLICA
: a fold or folded part; especially : a groove or fold of skin
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