| major connector | A plate or bar (lingual bar, palatal bar) used for the purpose of uniting partial denture bases. (05 Mar 2000) |
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| minor connector | The connecting link (tang) between the major connector or base of a partial denture and other units of the prosthesis, such as clasps, indirect retainers, and occlusal rests. (05 Mar 2000) |
| connector | <dentistry> A part of a partial denture which unites its components. (05 Mar 2000) |