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Ramus

Noun (Anatomy):

The ramus refers to any branch or offshoot from a main structure in the human body, particularly in relation to bones or nerves.

Example Sentence: The mandibular ramus is the vertical part of the lower jawbone.

Noun (Botany):

In botany, the ramus denotes a secondary stem or branch arising from the primary stem, often forming a fork shape.

Example Sentence: The ramus of the plant grew in a twisted manner, giving it a unique appearance.

Noun (Philosophy):

In philosophy, Ramus refers to Peter Ramus, a prominent French humanist and logician known for his works on rhetoric and dialectics during the 16th century.

Example Sentence: Ramus developed his own system of teaching logic that challenged traditional methods.