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English
Etymology
Latin, from plex-, past participle stem of plectere �plait, interweave�.
Pronunciation
[IPA]: /'pl�ks�s/
Rhymes: Rhymes:English:-�ks�s|-�ks�s
Noun
plexus (plural plexus or plexuses)
- A network or interwoven mass, especially anatomy of nerves, blood vessels, or lymphatic vessels.
#:*1934: I have the sensation of being immersed in the very plexus of life, focal from whatever place, position or attitude I take my stance. � Henry Miller, Tropic of Cancer
Synonyms
rete
Derived terms
brachial plexus
cardiac plexus
choroid plexus
pelvic plexus
solar plexus
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