stapes Meaning & Definition
/ˈsteɪ̯piːz/
What Does Stapes Mean?
Stapes is used as a noun meaning A small stirrup-shaped innermost ossicle of the middle ear of mammals, transmitting vibrations from the incus to the inner ear.
Stapes at a Glance
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈsteɪ̯piːz/ |
| Synonyms | stirrup |
Stapes Definition (Noun)
- A small stirrup-shaped innermost ossicle of the middle ear of mammals, transmitting vibrations from the incus to the inner ear.
Noun
- plural of stape
Noun
- A small stirrup-shaped bone of the middle ear.
Synonyms of Stapes
Stapes synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
stapes (plural stapes or stapedes)
stapes
Words That Rhyme With Stapes
Origin of Stapes
Borrowed from Medieval Latin stapēs (“stirrup”). Doublet of step.