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utricle

 

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Noun utricle has 1 sense
  1. utricle, utriculus - a small pouch into which the semicircular canals open
    --1 is a kind of pouch, pocket
    --1 is a part of membranous labyrinth

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Utricle

Definition

The term "utricle" can refer to different things depending on its usage.

Noun: Botany

Utricle (noun) refers to a small, bladder-like structure found in certain plants, often containing seeds.

Example sentence: The utricle of the plant splits open when ripe, dispersing its seeds.

Noun: Anatomy

In anatomy, utricle (noun) is a part of the inner ear that helps detect linear acceleration and head positioning.

Example sentence: The utricle is responsible for sensing changes in head movement and balance.

Noun: Zoology

Within the field of zoology, utricle (noun) is a term used to describe a small, fluid-filled sac found in certain invertebrates, such as sponges or ctenophores.

Example sentence: The utricle in this species of sponge acts as a receptor for water currents.

Noun: Astronomy

Astronomically, the term utricle (noun) refers to a small constellation located in the Northern Hemisphere that represents a small cup or urn.

Example sentence: Utricle is not a prominent constellation, but it can be located near the constellation Draco.

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