pecten Meaning & Definition
/ˈpɛktɪn/
What Does Pecten Mean?
As a noun, pecten means The bones in the hand between the wrist and the fingers. It can also mean The pubic bone.
Pecten: Key Facts
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ˈpɛktɪn// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Plural | pectens |
Pecten Definition (Noun)
- The bones in the hand between the wrist and the fingers.
- The pubic bone.
- A comb structure.
- Short for pecten oculi
- One of the genus Pecten of scallops.
Synonyms of Pecten
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Pecten synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Pecten
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Pecten in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
pecten (plural pectens or pectines)
Words That Rhyme With Pecten
Origin of Pecten
From Latin pecten (“comb”).
How to Pronounce Pecten
The standard pronunciation of pecten is //ˈpɛktɪn//, spoken in 1 syllable.