1. a horizontal line placed over two or more terms in a mathematical expression to show they are to be treated as a single unit
Usage: mathematics
2. a bond or tie that unites
Usage: formal
3. a connecting band of tissue
Usage: anatomy

Examples

• The teacher drew a vinculum over the repeating decimal to show the pattern.
• In the expression under the vinculum, all terms must be calculated first.
• The vinculum of friendship bound the two families together.
• Marriage creates a vinculum between two people.
• The surgeon carefully repaired the damaged vinculum in the patient’s hand.
• A vinculum connects the bones in the joint.