Ostium
Definition & Meaning
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ostium is a noun meaning A small opening or orifice, as in a body organ or passage.
Meaning
A small opening or orifice, as in a body organ or passage.
More Meanings
- Any of the small openings or pores in a sponge.
- The mouth of a river.
Word Forms
- ostia
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bursae, orifice, osculum, foramen, fenestra, stoma.
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