Alveolus Meaning

There are 2 meaning(s) for word Alveolus

Meaning 1 : a tiny sac for holding air in the lungs; formed by the terminal dilation of tiny air passageways

    Synonyms : air cell,  air sac
Meaning 2 : a bony socket in the alveolar ridge that holds a tooth

    Synonyms : tooth socket


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