alveolus | ||
1. | [ noun ] (anatomy,zoology) a tiny sac for holding air in the lungs; formed by the terminal dilation of tiny air passageways | |
Synonyms: | air_cell air_sac | |
Related terms: | sac lung | |
2. | [ noun ] (anatomy,zoology) a bony socket in the alveolar ridge that holds a tooth | |
Synonyms: | tooth_socket | |
Related terms: | socket alveolar_ridge | |
Similar spelling: |
alveolitis alveolar alveolate Alvelo |