valvular Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. adjective relating to or operating by means of valves

WordNet

Valv"u*lar adjective
Etymology
Cf. F. valvulaire.
Definitions
  1. Of or pertaining to a valve or valves; specifically (Med.), of or pertaining to the valves of the heart; as, valvular disease.
  2. Containing valves; serving as a valve; opening by valves; valvate; as, a valvular capsule.

Webster 1913