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Definition of Myringa
1. Noun. The membrane in the ear that vibrates to sound.
Exact synonyms: Eardrum, Tympanic Membrane, Tympanum
Group relationships: Ear
Specialized synonyms: Perforated Eardrum
Terms within: Umbo
Generic synonyms: Membrane, Tissue Layer
Group relationships: Ear
Specialized synonyms: Perforated Eardrum
Terms within: Umbo
Generic synonyms: Membrane, Tissue Layer
Definition of Myringa
1. the eardrum [n -S] - See also: eardrum
Lexicographical Neighbors of Myringa
Literary usage of Myringa
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Edinburgh Medical Journal (1878)
"In the glossary we find " Myringitis, Lat. myringa, the drumhead; and itis,
denoting inflammation, p. 213." We believe this book will prove especially ..."
2. The Soluble Ferments and Fermentation by Joseph Reynolds Green (1899)
"... Brassica oleracea (leaf) Medicago sativa (shoot) myringa vulgaris (leaf)
Trifolium pratense (shoot) Helianthus tuberosus (leaf) Vitis vinifera (leaf, ..."