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- [oh-tuh-skli-roh-sis]
- /ˌoʊ tə sklɪˈroʊ sɪs/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [oh-tuh-skli-roh-sis]
- /ˌoʊ tə sklɪˈroʊ sɪs/
Definitions of otosclerosis word
- noun otosclerosis formation of new bone about the stapes or cochlea, resulting in hearing loss. 1
- noun otosclerosis (pathology) Sclerosis of the tissues of the labyrinth and middle ear. 1
- noun otosclerosis an abnormal bone growth in the middle ear which may cause hearing loss 0
- noun otosclerosis a growth of spongy bone in the inner ear, causing progressive deafness 0
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Origin of otosclerosis
First appearance:
before 1895 One of the 18% newest English words
From New Latin, dating back to 1895-1900; See origin at oto-, sclerosis
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Parts of speech for Otosclerosis
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otosclerosis popularity
A pretty common term. Usually people know it’s meaning, but prefer to use a more spread out synonym. About 50% of English native speakers know the meaning and use word.
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