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labyrinth noun

  /ˈlæb.ə.ɹɪnθ/ , /ˈlæb.ɹɪnθ/
  • A structure similar to a maze, but containing only one path with no branches, as distinguished from a maze which contains multiple branching paths
  • (by extension) Anything complicated and confusing in structure, arrangement, or character.
  • (anatomy) A complex structure in the inner ear which contains the organs of hearing and balance, consisting of bony cavities (the bony labyrinth) filled with fluid and lined with sensitive membranes (the membranous labyrinth).
 labirinto

labyrinthitis noun

  /ˌlæbɪɹɪnˈθaɪtɪs/
  • (pathology) Inflammation of the labyrinth of the inner ear.
 labirintite

labyrinthically adverb

  • In a labyrinthic or mazy fashion; with twistings or confusion.
 labirinticamente
labyrinth seal
labirinto
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