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modiolus Definition

mo·dio·lus (mō dī′ə ləs)

noun pl. -·o·li′-lī′

the central bony axis of the cochlea of the ear

Etymology: ModL, dim. of L modius, measure for grain < modus, measure: see mode

modiolus Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • bed: Maintain the quality of M. modiolus beds in UK waters.