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Alveolus

noun
(pl. alveoli)
1.
A tiny sac for holding air in the lungs; formed by the terminal dilation of tiny air passageways.  Synonyms: air cell, air sac.
2.
A bony socket in the alveolar ridge that holds a tooth.  Synonym: tooth socket.





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Words linked to "Alveolus" :   alveolar ridge, alveolar process, tooth socket, lung, gum ridge, sac, alveolate, socket, air sac


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