emissarial

Etymology

Definitions

1. 1

   Connecting one organ or system to another, especially forming connections from outside…

   Connecting one organ or system to another, especially forming connections from outside the cranium to inside the cranium.

   • Larger differences were observed by Stepanik (300) on emissarial veins of twenty-five subjects measured first in recumbent and immediately afterwards in a standing position.
   • Routes of retinoblastoma spread from the globe to the surrounding tissues are via emissarial or globe erosion (Fig. 9-109).
   • Anterior segment tumors traverse aqueous outflow pathways, preexisting emissarial canals, or perforations in the cornea.
2. 2

   Pertaining to an emissary or the functions of an emissary.

   • In contrast to Titus' emissarial role, which clearly champions Paul's apostleship, Timothy's emissarial roles involve general oversight of the well- being of the churches to which he is sent.
   • Other Catholic clergy were sent overseas in various emissarial capacities as well.
   • 'How many other people are being similarly summoned?' he asked. 'By emissarial projection, only yourself.'

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