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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Synonyms for Alveolus
Vesicle and alveolus are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Vesicle" instead a noun "Alveolus".
Nearby Word: alveolar
Vesicle
Vesicle noun - A small anatomically normal sac or bladderlike structure (especially one containing fluid).
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Synonyms for Vesicle
Alveolus and vesicle are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Alveolus" instead a noun "Vesicle".
Nearby Word: vesicular
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