Definitions For Vinculum
Noun
VINCULUM (plural vincula or vinculums) A bond or link signifying union. (arithmetic, obsolete) Any symbol used to group some of the terms in an expression, indicating that that part of the calculation should be done before other parts. (arithmetic) A horizontal line over the top of some of the terms in an expression, indicating that that part of the calculation is to be done before other parts. (Australia, arithmetic) Specifically, the horizontal line between the numerator and denominator in a fraction. (anatomy) A ligament that limits the movement of an organ or part.Quotations
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ligament mesotendonDerived terms
vinculinSee also
macron solidus virguleFurther reading
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From {{etyl, la, en}} vinculum, , bond, link, from vinciō, , bind, fetter, tie + -ulum.Is Vinculum a Scrabble Word?
Words With Friends
YES
Scrabble US
YES
Scrabble UK
YES
English International (SOWPODS)
YES
Scrabble Global
YES
Enable1 Dictionary
YES
Points in Different Games
Scrabble
15
Words with Friends
22
The word Vinculum is worth 15 points in Scrabble and 22 points in Words with Friends