Meaning ofretinaculumin English

Noun

1. a connecting band (in anatomy)
   The retinaculum connects the muscles to the bones in the forearm.
2. a ligament holding tendons near joints; supports bones
   The fibrous retinaculum holds the tendon in place near the ankle joint.
3. a retractor muscle (in certain worms)
   The retinaculum helps to retract the proboscis in some species of worms.
4. a loop on a moth's forewing (underside)
   A distinctive retinaculum is found on the underside of a moth's forewing.
5. a small botanical gland or hook (for attachment)
   The plant uses a retinaculum to attach itself to nearby rocks.