Stapes

[steipi:z]

Definition

(noun.) the stirrup-shaped ossicle that transmits sound from the incus to the cochlea.

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Definition

(n.) The innermost of the ossicles of the ear; the stirrup, or stirrup bone; -- so called from its form. See Illust. of Ear.

Editor: Megan

Definition

n. the inmost of the three auditory ossicles situated in the tympanum.—adjs. Stapē′dial stirrup-shaped: pertaining to the stapes; Stapedif′erous having a stapes.—n. Stapē′dius a stapedial muscle.

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