First Known Use: circa 1825
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retinaculum
noun ret·i·nac·u·lum \ˌre-tə-ˈna-kyə-ləm\
plural ret·i·nac·u·la\-lə\
Definition of RETINACULUM
: any of several fibrous bands of fascia that pass over or under tendons (as at or near the ankle or wrist) and help to keep them in place
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Origin of RETINACULUM
New Latin, from Latin, halter, cable, from retinēre to hold back — more at retain
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retinaculum
noun ret·i·nac·u·lum \-ləm\
plural ret·i·nac·u·la \-lə\
Medical Definition of RETINACULUM
: a connecting or retaining band especially of fibrous tissue—see extensor retinaculum, flexor retinaculum, inferior extensor retinaculum, inferior peroneal retinaculum, peroneal retinaculum, superior extensor retinaculum, superior peroneal retinaculum
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