ossicle

UK
/ˈɒsɪkəl/
US
/ˈɑsɪkəl/

Translations

ossiclenoun
ossicles
pl
UK
/ˈɒsɪkəl/
US
/ˈɑsɪkəl/
The ossicle in the middle ear helps in transmitting sound vibrations.
Косточка в среднем ухе помогает передавать звуковые вибрации.
The ossicle is a small bone found in the ear.
Оссикула - это маленькая кость, находящаяся в ухе.
Additional translations
маленькая кость
костный элемент
Synonyms
small bone
tiny bone
ossicular structure

Definitions

ossiclenoun
A small bone, especially one of those in the middle ear.
The ossicles in the ear are crucial for transmitting sound vibrations to the inner ear.
A small calcified element or structure in the body of an invertebrate, such as a sea star.
The sea star's body is supported by a network of ossicles that provide structure and protection.