plical

adjective

pli·​cal ˈplī-kəl How to pronounce plical (audio)
: of, relating to, or having plicae

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“Plical.” Merriam-Webster.com Medical Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/medical/plical. Accessed 8 Jun. 2025.

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