stapedial

adjective

sta·​pe·​di·​al stā-ˈpē-dē-əl How to pronounce stapedial (audio)
stə-
: of, relating to, or located near the stapes

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1859, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of stapedial was circa 1859

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Cite this Entry

“Stapedial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/stapedial. Accessed 31 Oct. 2024.

Medical Definition

stapedial

adjective
sta·​pe·​di·​al stā-ˈpēd-ē-əl, stə- How to pronounce stapedial (audio)
: of, relating to, or located near the stapes
stapedial surgery
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