Meaning of turbinate in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˈtərbənət/

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1. Classifying Adjective

   turbinate

   Definitions

   1. in the shape of a coil

   Synonyms

   • coiled

2. Noun

   turbinate

   Definitions

   1. any of the scrolled spongy bones of the nasal passages in man and other vertebrates

3. Qualitative Adjective

   turbinate

   Etymology

   mid 17th century: from Latin turbinatus, from turbo, turbin- (see turbine)

   Definitions

   1. of or relating to the scroll-shaped turbinate bones in the nasal passages