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utricle

Syllabification: (u·tri·cle)
Pronunciation: /ˈyo͞otrəkəl/
Definition of utricle

noun

  • a small cell, sac, or bladderlike protuberance in an animal or plant.
  • (also utriculus /yo͞oˈtrikyələs/) the larger of the two fluid-filled cavities forming part of the labyrinth of the inner ear (the other being the sacculus). It contains hair cells and otoliths that send signals to the brain concerning the orientation of the head.

Derivatives

utricular

Pronunciation: /yo͝oˈtrikyələr/
adjective

Origin:

mid 18th century: from French utricule or Latin utriculus, diminutive of uter 'leather bag'

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