vinculum

Meaning

Noun

• A bond or link signifying union.
• Any symbol used to group some of the terms in an expression, indicating that that part of the calculation should be done before other parts.
• A horizontal line over the top of some of the terms in an expression, indicating that that part of the calculation is to be done before other parts.
• A ligament that limits the movement of an organ or part.

Related

Similar words

• mesotendon

Origin

• From Latin vinculum, from vinciō + -ulum.