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ret·i·nac·u·lum \ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˈnakyələm\ noun (plural retinacu·la \-lə\) Etymology: New Latin, from Latin, that which holds or binds, band, from retinēre to hold back, retain — more at retain 1. a. : a small structure on the forewings of many moths and butterflies that catches and holds the frenulum b. : a small organ on the underside of the abdomen of a springtail that articulates with the apex of the springtail c. : a connecting or retaining band : frenum 2. a. : any of the small glands or bodies resembling glands at the base of the stalk of a pollinium b. : the hooklike funicle of a seed of a plant of the family Acanthaceae |