How Do You Spell ALVEOLARY?

Pronunciation: [ˌalvɪˈə͡ʊləɹi] (IPA)

The word "alveolary" refers to something relating to or resembling an alveolus, such as the small air sacs in the lungs. It is spelled with four syllables: /ælˈviː.ə.lər.i/. The first syllable is pronounced with the short a sound (/æ/), the second with the long e sound (/iː/), the third with the schwa sound (/ə/), and the final syllable with the combination of "l" and "er" sounds (/lər/). The IPA phonetic transcription helps in correctly pronouncing this multi-syllable word.

ALVEOLARY Meaning and Definition

1. Alveolary refers to the characteristic or nature of an alveolus or an alveolar structure. An alveolus is a small, hollow compartment or cavity found in various anatomical structures, often likened to a small sac or a honeycomb-like structure. The term alveolary can be applied to different contexts in biology and anatomy.

   In the context of the respiratory system, alveolary specifically refers to the structures related to alveoli found in the lungs. Alveoli are small air sacs located at the end of bronchioles within the lungs. They are responsible for the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide between the lungs and the bloodstream. Alveolary structures include the walls of the alveoli, composed of thin epithelial cells, as well as surrounding blood vessels that facilitate gas exchange.

   Alveolary can also be used to describe dental structures related to alveolar bone. The alveolar bone forms the sockets that hold teeth in place in the jaws. Alveolary structures in this context refer to the bone tissue, ligaments, and gums that support and attach teeth to the alveolar bone.

   Overall, alveolary pertains to the unique characteristics and functions associated with alveoli and their supporting structures in various anatomical contexts.

2. Containing sockets.

   Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

Common Misspellings for ALVEOLARY

• zlveolary
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Etymology of ALVEOLARY

The word "alveolary" comes from the Latin term "alveolaris", which is derived from "alveolus", meaning "a small cavity or hollow". In Latin, "alveolus" specifically referred to a small hollow in the jawbone where teeth are anchored. Over time, the term "alveolaris" came to be associated with the structures and processes related to these small cavities or hollows, and eventually, "alveolary" emerged as an adjective form to describe something specifically related to alveoli or resembling them in some way, such as the alveolary sacs in the lungs or the alveolary processes in the dental field.