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septum

nounmasculinetechnicaluncommon/ˈsɛptu/sep·to

Definition

1

A wall or dividing structure that separates two cavities or compartments, especially in anatomy or biology.

Usage examples

The nasal septum divides the two nasal cavities.
In cardiology, the interventricular septum separates the ventricles of the heart.

Common combinations

nasal septuminterventricular septumalveolar septum