| synapta | <zoology> A genus of slender, transparent holothurians which have delicate calcareous anchors attached to the dermal plates. Origin: NL, fr. Gr. Fastened together; with + to fasten. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |
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| synaptase | <chemistry> A ferment resembling diastase, found in bitter almonds. Cf. Amygdalin, and Emulsin. Origin: Gr. Fastened together + diastase. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998) |