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organ of corti

 

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Noun organ of corti has 1 sense
  1. organ of Corti - the hearing organ of the inner ear; contains receptors that respond to sound waves
    --1 is a kind of
    organ of hearing
    --1 is a part of cochlea
    --1 has part: hair cell

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Organ of Corti

The Organ of Corti is a specialized structure located in the cochlea of the inner ear. It plays a crucial role in the process of hearing by converting sound vibrations into electrical signals that can be interpreted by the brain.

Senses and Usages:

1. Noun - Anatomy

In anatomy, the Organ of Corti refers to the specific structure within the cochlea that contains sensory cells called hair cells. These hair cells are responsible for detecting sound vibrations and transmitting them to the auditory nerve.

Sample Sentence:

The damage to his Organ of Corti resulted in his hearing loss.

2. Phrase - Figurative

The expression "Organ of Corti" can also be used figuratively to describe someone's exceptional ability to perceive and interpret auditory stimuli.

Sample Sentence:

As a musician, her Organ of Corti allowed her to discern even the slightest nuances in music.

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