valvular

adjective val·vu·lar \ˈval-vyə-lər\

Definition of VALVULAR

: resembling or functioning as a valve; also : opening by valves

: of, relating to, or affecting a valve especially of the heart <valvular heart disease>

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adjective val·vu·lar \ˈval-vyə-lər\

: resembling or functioning as a valve <established a valvular connection to the esophagus>

: of, relating to, or affecting a valve especially of the heart <valvular heart disease>

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