ossicle

/ˈɒsɪkəl/ · noun

Meaning

A small bone (or bony structure), especially one of the three of the middle ear.
Bone-like joint or plate, especially:

Etymology / origin

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Related words

ossiculum(English)bonelet(English)prepyloric(English)ambulacral(English)otosteal(English)otic bone(English)earbone(English)osselet(English)bone(English)

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