valvular

adjective

val·vu·lar | \ ˈval-vyə-lər

Definition of valvular

1 : resembling or functioning as a valve also : opening by valves

2 : of, relating to, or affecting a valve especially of the heart valvular heart disease

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valvular

adjective

val·vu·lar | \ ˈval-vyə-lər

1 : resembling or functioning as a valve established a valvular connection to the esophagus

2 : of, relating to, or affecting a valve especially of the heart valvular heart disease