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ossicular

/ɒˈsɪk.jʊ.lər/

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adjective

formalcommonmedicalobsolete/ɒˈsɪk.jʊ.lər/

A highly specialized anatomical term relating to the ossicles (small bones) of the middle ear; rarely used outside of medical contexts.

  • 🇷🇺Высокоспециализированный анатомический термин, относящийся к слуховым косточкам (маленьким косточкам) среднего уха; редко используется вне медицинского контекста.
  1. Relating to middle ear bones C2 formal medical

    Pertaining to the small bones (ossicles) in the middle ear that transmit sound vibrations.

    • The surgeon performed an ossicular reconstruction to restore hearing.
    • Ossicular chain disruption can cause conductive hearing loss.
    • The ossicular chain consists of the malleus, incus, and stapes.

    🇷🇺Относящийся к косточкам среднего уха