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ampulla

am·pulla

UK/æmˈpʊlə/ uncommon

noun

1.

the dilated portion of a canal or duct especially of the semicircular canals of the ear

2.

a flask that has two handles; used by Romans for wines or oils

Origin

From Latin ampulla. Doublet of ampoule.

Phrases

  • ampulla of Lorenzini
  • ampulla of Vater

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