turbinate

noun

  1. 1

    A turbinal or turbinate bone.

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verb

  1. 1

    To revolve or spin like a top; to whirl.

adjective

  1. 1

    Shaped or spinning like a top.

  2. 2

    In the shape of a coil.

  3. 3

    Spiral and decreasing sharply in diameter from base to apex.

    “a turbinate shell”
  4. 4

    Of, or relating to, the turbinate bone.

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