opisthotic

1 of 2

adjective

op·​is·​thot·​ic

¦äpəsˈthätik

: of, relating to, or constituting the posterior and inferior of the bony elements of the capsule of the internal ear

opisthotic

2 of 2

noun

"

plural -s

: an opisthotic bone or cartilage

Word History

Etymology

Adjective

opisth- + -otic

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