acousticolateral

adjective

acous·​ti·​co·​lat·​er·​al

ə-¦kü-sti-(ˌ)kō-¦la-tə-rəl

: of or relating to the lateral-line organs and their central connection with the ear

Word History

Etymology

acoustic entry 1 + -o- + lateral

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