1. A bond of union; a tie.
2. (Math.)
Defn: A straight, horizontal mark placed over two or more members of a compound quantity, which are to be subjected to the same operation, as in the expression x2 + y2 - x + y.
3. (Anat.)
Defn: A band or bundle of fibers; a frænum.
4. (Zoöl.)
Defn: A commissure uniting the two main tendons in the foot of certain birds.
VINDEMIAL
Vin*de"mi*al, a. Etym: [L. vindemialis, fr. vindemia a vintage. See
Vintage.]
Defn: Of or pertaining to a vintage, or grape harvest. [R.]
VINDEMIATE
Vin*de"mi*ate, v. i. Etym: [L. vindemiare. See Vindemial.]