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Meaning of
alveolus
in English
alveolus
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Definitions
Noun
air
sacs
in
lungs
for
gas
exchange
;
oxygen
absorption
The
alveolus
is
a
crucial
part
of
the
lung
where
oxygen
is
absorbed
.
bony
socket
for
tooth
roots
;
dental
structure
The
roots
of
teeth
are
held
in
place
by
an
alveolus
in
the
jawbone
.
saclike
cavity
in
glands
;
fluid
secretion
The
alveolus
in
some
glands
stores
and
releases
fluids
as
needed
.
