Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
raphae
Noun
ˈræfeɪ
Definition
A term used in anatomy to refer to a line or ridge that separates two symmetrical structures in the body.
Examples
- The raphae of the scrotum helps maintain structural integrity.
- In human anatomy, the raphae can be observed in the tongue and the rectum.
Meaning
In medical terminology, raphae pertains to the fibrous tissue that connects two halves of an organ or body part, often serving as a midline structure.
Synonyms
- Seam
- Ridge
- Line
