ˌ ̷ ̷ ̷ ̷ˈnakyələm noun
( plural retinacu·la -lə)
Etymology: New Latin, from Latin, that which holds or binds, band, from retinēre to hold back, retain — more at retain
1.
a. : a small structure on the forewings of many moths and butterflies that catches and holds the frenulum
b. : a small organ on the underside of the abdomen of a springtail that articulates with the apex of the springtail
c. : a connecting or retaining band : frenum
2.
a. : any of the small glands or bodies resembling glands at the base of the stalk of a pollinium
b. : the hooklike funicle of a seed of a plant of the family Acanthaceae