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(1):

(n.) See Veil, n., 3 (b).

(2):

(n.) A thin membrane surrounding the sporocarps of quillworts Isoetes).

(3):

(n.) A veil-like organ or part.

(4):

(n.) The circular membrane that partially incloses the space beneath the umbrella of hydroid medusae.

(5):

(n.) A delicate funnel-like membrane around the flagellum of certain Infusoria. See Illust. a of Protozoa.

(6):

(n.) Curtain or covering; - applied to various membranous partitions, especially to the soft palate. See under Palate.