Valvular
(adjective)
- Relating to, resembling, or situated near a valve.
- Having or consisting of a valve or valves.
Origin:
Late 19th century: from valve + -ular.
Examples:
- The doctor diagnosed the patient with a valvular heart disease.
- The valvular mechanism in the engine prevents the flow of oil in the wrong direction.
- The valve in the pipeline is responsible for controlling the pressure and flow of oil.
- The valvular structure of the leaf helps to regulate the flow of water and gas in the plant.
- The heart has four valvular structures that control the flow of blood from one chamber to another.