velum

• Substantiv mit zwei Bedeutungen: die häutige Hülle am unreifen Fruchtkörper mancher Pilze und das Gaumensegel (Velum), das beim Schlucken oder Sprechen den Nasenrachenraum verschließt.

A noun with two distinct meanings: a membranous covering found on the immature fruiting body of certain mushrooms, and a muscular flap that closes off the nasopharynx during swallowing or speaking.

1. Mushroom membraneC2formalscientific

   A thin membranous covering that protects the immature fruiting body of certain fungi, often rupturing as the mushroom matures.

   Velum (Haut)

   • The velum of the mushroom tore as the cap expanded.
   • Mycologists study the velum to identify different species of fungi.
   • A partial velum often leaves a ring on the mushroom's stalk.

   Synonymeveil

2. Soft palate structureC2formalmedical

   A muscular flap at the back of the roof of the mouth that separates the oral cavity from the nasal cavity during swallowing and speech.

   Gaumensegel

   • The velum lifts to close off the nasal passage during swallowing.
   • Damage to the velum can cause speech difficulties.
   • The doctor examined the patient's velum for signs of infection.

   Synonymesoft palate