cingulum vs leash

cingulum

noun
  • A ridge that girdles the base of an upper molar tooth. 

  • The clitellus of earthworms. 

  • The girdle of an alb. 

  • A distinct girdle or band of color; a raised spiral line as seen on certain univalve shells. 

  • A collection of white matter fibers projecting from the cingulate gyrus to the entorhinal cortex in the brain, allowing for communication between components of the limbic system. 

leash

noun
  • A brace and a half; a tierce. 

  • A group of three 

  • A string with a loop at the end for lifting warp threads, in a loom. 

  • A set of three animals (especially greyhounds, foxes, bucks, and hares;) 

  • A strap, cord or rope with which to restrain an animal, often a dog. 

  • A leg rope. 

verb
  • To fasten or secure with a leash. 

  • to curb, restrain 

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