fraenums
/ˈfriːnəmz/
noun
- Small folds of tissue that limit the movement of a body part, such as the one under the tongue or upper lip.
- The fraenums in the mouth help anchor the lips and tongue to the gums.
- The dentist checked the fraenums under the child's lip and tongue.
- Some people have a short fraenum that can affect speech or eating.
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