Raphe

[reifi]

Definition

(noun.) a ridge that forms a seam between two parts.

Edited by Antony--From WordNet

Definition

(n.) A line, ridge, furrow, or band of fibers, especially in the median line; as, the raphe of the tongue.

(n.) Same as Rhaphe.

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Definition

n. (anat.) a seam-like union of two lateral halves either a median septum of connective tissue or a longitudinal ridge: the fibro-vascular cord joining the hilum of an anatropous or amphitropous ovule or seed with the chalaza: a line or rib connecting the nodules on a diatom-valve.

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