SEMILUNAR VALVE
(noun)Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Semilunar Valve.
Semilunar Valve - as a noun
A heart valve with cusps shaped like half-moons; prevents blood from flowing back into the heart
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
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Example Sentences
"The semilunar valve prevents blood from flowing back into the left ventricle of the heart."
"A damaged semilunar valve can lead to heart complications."
"The aortic semilunar valve controls the flow of blood from the left ventricle into the aorta."
"The semilunar valves in the heart ensure unidirectional blood flow."
"The semilunar valve opens and closes based on pressure differences in the heart."