carina

UK
/kəˈraɪ.nə/
US
/kəˈraɪ.nə/

Translations

carinanoun
carinae
pl
UK
/kəˈraɪ.nə/
US
/kəˈraɪ.nə/
The carina is an important structure in the respiratory system.
Карина является важной структурой в дыхательной системе.
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Definitions

carinanoun
A keel-shaped structure, particularly in the anatomy of birds or in the trachea of humans.
The carina of the trachea is an important landmark in respiratory anatomy.
In botany, the pair of fused lower petals in certain leguminous flowers that form a boat-shaped keel.
The carina of the pea flower encloses its reproductive organs.