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labium

 

[หˆleษชbiษ™m ]

Definitions

Context #1 | Noun

anatomy

The labium is a part of the mouth that acts as a lip or border. It is typically used to describe the lower lip in humans, but can also refer to the folds of skin surrounding the genitalia in insects. In anatomy, the labium can also refer to structures such as the labia majora and labia minora.

Synonyms

border, lip.

Examples of usage

  • The labium helps to protect the teeth and gums in humans.
  • In insects, the labium is an important part of the feeding process.
Context #2 | Noun

music

In music, the labium is a term used to describe the edge of a wind instrument's mouthpiece or reed. It is an important part of producing sound and controlling airflow in instruments such as flutes, clarinets, and saxophones.

Synonyms

edge, mouthpiece.

Examples of usage

  • The shape of the labium can affect the tone and pitch of the instrument.
  • Players often adjust the position of the labium to fine-tune their sound.

Interesting Facts

Etymology

  • The term comes from the Latin word 'labium,' which directly translates to 'lip.'
  • It has been used in both anatomical and botanical contexts to describe similar structures.

Anatomy

  • In humans, labia refers to the external folds of skin surrounding the female genital area.
  • In some animals, labium can refer to mouthparts that help in feeding.

Botany

  • In plants, particularly in flowers, labium can describe the lip-like structures of certain blossoms, especially orchids.
  • These labia-like structures often help attract pollinators by providing a landing platform.

Linguistics

  • The word 'labium' is often linked to labial sounds in phonetics, which are produced using the lips.
  • Its usage in language studies shows the connection between physical anatomy and sound production.

Cultural References

  • The term has appeared in literature and art to signify beauty, often describing fullness akin to that of lips.
  • Certain works of modern art and cinema explore themes around body and identity, sometimes referencing lips and labia.

Translations

Translations of the word "labium" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น lรกbio

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค“เคทเฅเค 

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Lippe

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bibir

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะณัƒะฑะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ warga

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅ”‡ (kuchibiru)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท lรจvre

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ labio

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท dudak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ž…์ˆ  (ipsul)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุดูŽููŽุฉ (shafa)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ret

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ pera

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅ”‡ (chรบn)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ ustnica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ vรถr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะตั€ั–ะฝ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒขแƒฃแƒฉแƒ˜ (t'uchi)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dodaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ labio

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #28,818, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.