genae
9.9
The soft parts of the face on each side below the eyes
- noun
- /ˈdʒiːniː/
- Archaic
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genas
- Swelling was observed on both genae after the allergic reaction.
Examples
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In anatomy, the genae refer to the cheeks.
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The artist paid special attention to the genae when painting the portrait.
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In some animals, the genae are covered with distinctive markings.
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The genae are important for facial aesthetics.
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The surgeon carefully examined the patient's genae before the procedure.
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In reptiles, the genae play a crucial role in their feeding mechanism.
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Doctors often assess the genae for signs of infection during a physical examination.
Surface Forms
genae plural
Etymology
Genae comes from the Latin word gena, which means 'cheek', so in medical and artistic language genae simply refers to the cheeks of a person or animal.
