alveolus

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alveolus Definition

• (n) a tiny sac for holding air in the lungs; formed by the terminal dilation of tiny air passageways
• (n) a bony socket in the alveolar ridge that holds a tooth

alveolus Synonyms

• air cell
• air sac
• alveolus
• tooth socket