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noun Biology.
an epithelial cell having hairlike processes, as that of the organ of Corti.
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Origin of hair cell
First recorded in 1885–90
Words nearby hair cell
hairball, hairbrained, hairbreadth, hairbrush, hairbrush cactus, hair cell, haircloth, haircoloring, haircut, hairdo, hairdresser
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Scientific definitions for hair cell
hair cell
A cell found in the organs of balance in the inner ear of mammals that senses the body's position with respect to gravity. Hair cells are found in both the semicircular canals and the vestibule.
The American Heritage® Science Dictionary
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