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ALL meanings of basilar membrane

bas·i·lar mem·brane
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  • adjective basilar membrane a membrane inside the cochlea that vibrates in response to sound 3
  • noun basilar membrane a supporting membrane, especially the membrane that supports the organ of Corti in the ear and aids in translating sound vibrations into electrical signals. 1
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