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vin·cu·lum   (vĭng'kyə-ləm)   
n.   pl. vin·cu·lums or vin·cu·la (-lə)
  1. Mathematics A bar drawn over two or more algebraic terms to indicate that they are to be treated as a single term.

  2. Anatomy A ligament that limits the movement of an organ or part.

  3. A bond or tie.


[Latin, bond, tie, from vincīre, to tie.]
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