Hilum

Definition of Hilum

Hi´lum
n.1.(Bot.) The eye of a bean or other seed; the mark or scar at the point of attachment of an ovule or seed to its base or support; - called also hile.
2.(Anat.) The part of a gland, or similar organ, where the blood vessels and nerves enter; the hilus; as, the hilum of the kidney.

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