Lam´i-na, -æ. [L.] A plate, or thin coat lying over another.

Lar´ynx. [Gr. λαρυγξ, larunx.] The upper part of the windpipe.

Lar-yn-gi´tis. Inflammation of the larynx.

La-tis´si-mus, -mi. [L., superlative of latus, broad.] A term applied to some muscles.

Le-va´tor. [L. levo, to raise.] A name applied to a muscle that raises some part.

Lig´a-ment. [L. ligo, to bind.] A strong, compact substance serving to bind one bone to another.

Lin´e-a, -æ. [L.] A line.

Lin´gua, -æ. [L.] A tongue.

Liv´er. The name of one of the abdominal organs, the largest gland in the system. It is situated below the diaphragm, and secretes the bile.

Lobe. A round projecting part of an organ.