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Rareopercula
The correct spelling is opercula.
How to pronounce opercula
noun
Say it like: Ope-rcu-la
The correct spelling is opercula. A covering flap in animals, such as a gill cover.
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Definition
noun
- 1.A covering flap in animals, such as a gill cover.
- 2.The lidlike portion of a moss sporangium or of a fruit that detaches to allow the dispersal of spores or seeds.
- 3.A gum flap covering (part of) a partially erupted tooth, usually a wisdom tooth.
- 4.A structure which serves as a cover or lid.
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