Cochlea
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈkɒk.li.ə/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Cochlea is a noun meaning A spiral-shaped shell, especially that of a snail.
Meaning
A spiral-shaped shell, especially that of a snail.
More Meanings
- (anatomy) The complex, spirally coiled, tapered cavity of the inner ear of higher vertebrates, which contains the organ of Corti and in which sound vibrations are converted into nerve impulses.
Word Forms
- cochleae
- cochleas
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include scala, cochlearium, cochleography, concha, cochleare, cavum.
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