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lacunar

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la·cu·nar (l-kynr)
adj.
1. Of or relating to a lacuna; lacunal.
2. Of or relating to a temporary absence of manifestation of a symptom.
lacunar
[lakyo̅o̅′nər]
Etymology: L, lacuna, pit
pertaining to or characterized by the presence of pits, depressions, hollows, or spaces.


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