(In Apocynaceae) the zone by which the anthers adhere to the style head or stigma;
(In Orchidaceae) the gland attached to the pollinia (more correctly called the viscidium);
Outgrowth of seed funicle which holds the seed to the fruit (as in Acanthaceae).
A band of tissue which holds a structure in place, as found in the wrist and ankle over the flexor tendons.
Retaining structure or part that holds an organ or tissue in place (e.g., retinaculum unguis, the band of tissue holding the nail to the nail bed).
Nearly translucent band of fibrous tissue and fascia that holds the extensor and flexor tendons that cross the wrist and ankle.
A thickened band of tissue that serves to hold various tissues in place. For example, flexor retinacula are found over the flexor tendons in the wrist and ankle.