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Epiphragm
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What's The Definition Of Epiphragm?Synonyms | Synonyms for Epiphragm: Related Terms | Find terms related to Epiphragm: See Also | Epiphragm In Webster's Dictionary \Ep"i*phragm\, n. [Gr. ? a covering, lid, fr. ? to
block up.] (Zo["o]l.)
A membranaceous or calcareous septum with which some mollusks
close the aperture of the shell during the time of
hibernation, or [ae]stivation.
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