Cartilage
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkɑː.tɪl.ɪd͡ʒ/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cartilage is a noun meaning (anatomy, countable) A particular structure made of cartilage.
Meaning
(anatomy, countable) A particular structure made of cartilage.
More Meanings
- (anatomy, uncountable) A usually translucent and somewhat elastic, dense, nonvascular connective tissue found in various forms in the larynx and respiratory tract, in structures such as the external ear, and in the articulating surfaces of joints. It composes most of the skeleton of vertebrate embryos, being replaced by bone during ossification in the higher vertebrates.
Word Forms
- cartilages
Synonyms for cartilage
Depending on context, synonyms include gristle.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include gristle, cartilaginous, growth, recovery, meniscus, fibrocartilage.
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