turbinal

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Noun turbinal has 1 sense

turbinate bone, turbinate, turbinal - any of the scrolled spongy bones of the nasal passages in man and other vertebrates
--₁ is a kind of bone, os
--₁ is a part of nose, olfactory organ
--₁ has particulars: nasal concha

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Turbinal

Noun

1. Any of the thin bone structures in the nasal passage that help to filter, moisturize, and warm the air breathed in.

Example sentence: The turbinals play an important role in the respiratory system by conditioning the air inhaled.

Adjective

1. Relating to, or characteristic of turbinate bones in the nasal passage.

Example sentence: The turbinal bones are crucial for maintaining the nasal cavity's functionality.