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cochleae

 

[ หˆkษ’kliหŒeษช ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy structure

Cochleae is the plural form of cochlea, which refers to two or more spiral-shaped, bony structures in the inner ear that are crucial for hearing. Each cochlea contains fluid and hair cells that transform sound vibrations into electrical signals that are sent to the brain. This process is essential for the perception of sound. The word cochlea is derived from its resemblance to a snail shell, highlighting its spiral form.

Synonyms

hearing structure, spiral organ

Examples of usage

  • The cochleae are vital for auditory function.
  • Damage to the cochleae can lead to hearing loss.
  • Research on cochleae helps improve hearing aids.

Translations

Translations of the word "cochleae" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น cรณclea

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เฅ‹เค•เฅเคฒเคฟเคฏเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Cochlea

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ koklea

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัƒะปะธั‚ะบะฐ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ ล›limak

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่ธ็‰›

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท cochlรฉe

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ caracol

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท salyangoz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋‹ฌํŒฝ์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุญู„ุฒูˆู†

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ลกnek

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ slimรกk

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่œ—็‰›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ polลพ

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ snigill

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ าฑะปัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ˜แƒแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ salyangoz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ caracol

Etymology

The word 'cochlea' originates from the Latin term 'cochlea', which means 'snail' and is related to the Greek word 'kokhlias', deriving from 'kokhlos', also meaning 'snail'. This etymology reflects the spiral shape of the cochlea, which resembles a snail shell. The cochlea was first described in detail by early anatomists who recognized its importance in the auditory system. Over the centuries, the understanding of the cochlea's function has evolved, particularly with advancements in microscopy and auditory research during the 19th and 20th centuries. Today, cochleae are studied not just in humans but across various species to understand the evolution of hearing and balance mechanisms.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #40,655, this word is among the less frequently used terms in English. While interesting to know, it's not crucial for most English learners unless needed for specific purposes.