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antrum

an·trum
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Transcription

    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • UK Pronunciation
    • UK IPA
    • [an-truh m]
    • /ˈæn trəm/
    • /ˈæn.trəm/
    • US Pronunciation
    • US IPA
    • [an-truh m]
    • /ˈæn trəm/

Definitions of antrum word

  • noun antrum a natural cavity, hollow, or sinus, esp in a bone 3
  • noun antrum a cavity, esp. one within a bone, as either of a pair of sinuses in the upper jaw 3
  • noun plural antrum a cavity in a body organ, especially a bone. 1
  • noun antrum A natural chamber or cavity in a bone or other anatomical structure. 1
  • noun antrum (biology) A bodily cavity, especially one having bony walls, especially one in the sinuses. 0

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Origin of antrum

First appearance:

before 1720
One of the 49% newest English words
1720-30; < Latin < Greek ántron cave

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Parts of speech for Antrum

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation

antrum popularity

A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 82% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
This word is included in each student's vocabulary. Most likely there is at least one movie with this word in the title.

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Synonyms for antrum

noun antrum

  • recess — temporary withdrawal or cessation from the usual work or activity.
  • opening — an open or clear space.
  • hollow — having a space or cavity inside; not solid; empty: a hollow sphere.
  • pocket — a shaped piece of fabric attached inside or outside a garment and forming a pouch used especially for carrying small articles.
  • channel — A channel is a television station.

Antonyms for antrum

noun antrum

  • solid — having three dimensions (length, breadth, and thickness), as a geometrical body or figure.

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