EPIGLOTTUM
\ˈɛpɪɡlˌɒtəm], \ˈɛpɪɡlˌɒtəm], \ˈɛ_p_ɪ_ɡ_l_ˌɒ_t_ə_m]\
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An instrument, mentioned by Paracelsus, for raising the eyelids. It resembled the epiglottis in shape.
By Robley Dunglison
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beta Lactams
- Cyclic amides formed aminocarboxy acids by the elimination water. They isomeric with lactims, which are enol forms of lactams. (From Dorland, 27th ed)