endolymph

[ en-duh-limf ]

noun

, Anatomy.

1. the fluid contained within the membranous labyrinth of the ear.

endolymph

/ ˌɛndəʊlɪmˈfætɪk; ˈɛndəʊˌlɪmf /

noun

1. the fluid that fills the membranous labyrinth of the internal ear

Derived Forms

• endolymphatic, adjective

Other Words From

• en·do·lym·phat·ic [en-doh-lim-, fat, -ik], adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of endolymph¹

First recorded in 1830–40; endo- + lymph

Example Sentences

A movement of the head causes the displacement of the endolymph which acts on the auditory nerves.

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The membranous bag itself contains a similar fluid, the endolymph.

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The endolymph and the tiny grains of ear-sand now perform their part in this marvelous and complex mechanism.

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In the adult the fluid present in this cavity is known as the endolymph.

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