Eustachean tube

A form of eustachian tube — In humans and other land vertebrates, a tube that links the nasopharynx to the cavity of the middle ear to allow the equalization of the pressure on both sides of the eardrum.

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Meanings

nounEustachean tube (plural Eustachean tubes)

plural Eustachean tubes

  1. alternativeAlternative form of Eustachian tube.
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