vela

• Имя собственное, обозначающее конкретное созвездие, расположенное в южном полушарии, между Килем и Компасом.

A proper noun referring to a specific constellation located in the southern hemisphere, situated between Carina and Pyxis.

uncountable · proper noun

1. C1formalscientific

   A constellation in the southern hemisphere, located between Carina and Pyxis, representing the sails of the ship Argo Navis.

   Паруса

   • Vela is best observed during the southern hemisphere's summer.
   • The Vela constellation contains several bright stars, including Gamma Velorum.
   • Astronomers study the Vela Supernova Remnant within this constellation.

• Существительное с двумя различными значениями: перепончатое покрытие, встречающееся на незрелом плодовом теле некоторых грибов, и мышечная заслонка, перекрывающая носоглотку во время глотания или речи.

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.

   Покрывало гриба

   • 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.

   Synonymsveil

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.

   Нёбная занавеска

   • 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.

   Synonymssoft palate