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incus

Syllabification: (in·cus)
Pronunciation: /ˈiNGkəs/
Definition of incus

noun (plural incudes /inˈkyo͞oˌdēz/)

Anatomy
  • a small anvil-shaped bone in the middle ear, transmitting vibrations between the malleus and stapes.

Origin:

mid 17th century: from Latin, literally 'anvil'

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