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单词 eustachian tube
释义

eustachian tube

noun

eu·​sta·​chian tube yü-ˈstā-sh(ē-)ən- How to pronounce eustachian tube (audio)
 also  -ˈstā-kē-ən-
often capitalized E
: a bony and cartilaginous tube connecting the middle ear with the nasopharynx and equalizing air pressure on both sides of the tympanic membrane

called also auditory tube

see ear illustration

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web There are several reason why a eustachian tube may not work properly. Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 7 Mar. 2022 The eustachian tube is about 36 mm (about 1 1/2 inches) long and connects the middle ear with the throat. Dr. Keith Roach, oregonlive, 7 Mar. 2022 Your difficulty in clearing your ears is due to the direction of the airflow in your eustachian tube. John Cox, USA TODAY, 7 Oct. 2021 The rapid change in cabin air pressure causes an imbalance in the eustachian tube — a narrow, inner-ear passage that regulates air pressure. Elliott Hester, Los Angeles Times, 5 Nov. 2020

Word History

Etymology

Bartolommeo Eustachio

First Known Use

1741, in the meaning defined above

Medical Definition

eustachian tube

noun

often capitalized E
: a bony and cartilaginous tube connecting the middle ear with the nasopharynx and equalizing air pressure on both sides of the tympanic membrane

called also auditory tube, pharyngotympanic tube

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