Definitions for: Nervure


[n] one of the horny ribs that stiffen and support the wing of an insect
[n] one of the vascular bundles or ribs that form the branching framework of conducting and supporting tissues in a leaf or other plant organ



Webster (1913) Definition: Nerv"ure, n. [F. See Nerve.]
1. (Bot.) One of the nerves of leaves.

2. (Zo["o]l.) One of the chitinous supports, or veins, in the
wings of incests.

Synonyms: vein, vein

See Also: midrib, rib, rib

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