turbinate

[US]/ˈtɜː.bɪ.neɪt/
[UK]/ˈtɜr.bɪ.neɪt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.spiral-shaped; relating to the nasal concha
n.spiral shell; nasal concha bone
Word Forms

Phrases & Collocations

turbinate bone

turbinate hypertrophy

turbinate reduction

turbinate surgery

turbinate function

turbinate anatomy

turbinate inflammation

turbinate swelling

turbinate assessment

turbinate obstruction

Example Sentences

the turbinate bones help to warm and humidify the air we breathe.

injury to the turbinate can lead to breathing difficulties.

the surgeon removed the enlarged turbinate to improve airflow.

allergies can cause inflammation of the turbinate tissues.

doctors often examine the turbinate during a nasal check-up.

chronic sinusitis may affect the turbinate's function.

turbinates play a crucial role in our respiratory system.

excessive turbinate tissue can lead to nasal obstruction.

he had surgery to correct a deviated turbinate.

the turbinate's structure is essential for filtering air.

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