vela

• Nom propre désignant une constellation spécifique de l'hémisphère sud, située entre la Carène et la Boussole.

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

indénombrable · nom propre

1. C1formalscientific

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

   Voiles (constellation)

   • 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.

• Nom désignant deux choses distinctes : une membrane présente sur le jeune corps fructifère de certains champignons, et le voile musculaire qui ferme le nasopharynx pendant la déglutition ou la parole.

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.

   Voile (chez les champignons)

   • 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.

   Synonymesveil

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.

   Voile du palais

   • 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.

   Synonymessoft palate