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zonule /zo·nule/ (zōn´ūl) a small zone.zon´ular

ciliary zonule , zonule of Zinn a series of fibers connecting the ciliary body and lens of the eye.

zon·ule (z

A small zone, as of a ligament.

zonu·lar (z

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r) adj.

zonulae, zonule.

See zonula.

zonule [zōn´ūl]

a small zone.

ciliary zonule (zonule of Zinn) a series of fibers connecting the ciliary body and lens of the eye, holding the lens in place.

Ciliary zonule. The system of suspensory ligaments holding the lens in position. From Dorland's, 2000.

zonule

a small zone.

ciliary zonule

a series of fibers connecting the ciliary body and lens of the eye, holding the lens in place. Called also Zinn nodule.

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