Meaning of mentum in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈmɛn(t)əm/

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  1. Noun

    mentum

    Etymology

    early 19th century: from Latin, literally ‘chin’

    Definitions

    1. a projection like a chin formed by the sepals and base of the column in some orchids
  2. 2. the protruding part of the lower jaw
  3. 3. a projection below the mouth of certain mollusks that resembles a chin

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