Alveolus
Alveolus noun - A tiny sac for holding air in the lungs; formed by the terminal dilation of tiny air passageways.
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Pleura and alveolus are semantically related in body part topic. In some cases you can use "Pleura" instead a noun "Alveolus".
Nearby Word: alveolar
Pleura
Pleura noun - The thin serous membrane around the lungs and inner walls of the chest.
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