vela Meaning, Definition & Usage
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noun a constellation in the southern hemisphere between Carina and Pyxis
- because of its configuration Vela is sometimes called `the Sails'
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noun a membranous covering attached to the immature fruiting body of certain mushrooms
velum; veil.
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noun a muscular flap that closes off the nasopharynx during swallowing or speaking
soft palate; velum.
