stapes
noun as in strong fondness
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Example:During an ear examination, doctors often check the condition of the stapes bone to ensure it is functioning properly.
Definition:A small bone in the middle ear that is part of the ossicular chain, playing a critical role in the transmission of sound vibrations.
From stapes bone
Example:In the anatomy class, the professor showed us a model of the middle ear where the stapes bone, or stirrup bone, was clearly visible.
Definition:Describes the shape of the stapes bone, which resembles an ancient stirrup, hence the name.
From stirrup bone (stapes)
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