Alveolar

Pronunciation: /ælˈviːələr/

Definitions of alveolar

adjective relating to or denoting sounds produced by the air stream striking the back of the alveolar ridge, typically found in languages like English

Example Sentences

A1 Dentists focus on keeping your alveolar bone healthy.

A2 The alveolar process is an important part of the jawbone.

B1 The alveolar sacs in the lungs are responsible for gas exchange.

B2 Problems with the alveolar ventilation can lead to respiratory issues.

C1 Researchers are studying the alveolar structure to improve lung function.

C2 The alveolar epithelium plays a crucial role in gas exchange in the lungs.

Examples of alveolar in a Sentence

formal The alveolar process is an important structure in the human skull.

informal I had to get a filling in one of my alveolar teeth.

slang My alveolar bone is hurting from that last dental appointment.

figurative The alveolar ridges of the mountain range provided a stunning backdrop for the campsite.

Grammatical Forms of alveolar

• past tense: alveolated
• plural: alveolars
• comparative: more alveolar
• superlative: most alveolar
• present tense: alveolar
• future tense: will alveolar
• perfect tense: have alveolar
• continuous tense: is alveolaring
• singular: alveolar
• positive degree: alveolar
• infinitive: to alveolar
• gerund: alveolaring
• participle: alveolared

Origin and Evolution of alveolar

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'alveolar' originated from the Latin word 'alveolus' meaning 'little cavity' or 'honeycomb'.

Evolution of the word: The term 'alveolar' has evolved from its original meaning of 'little cavity' to refer to the part of the mouth where the tongue touches the gums or the roof of the mouth to produce certain sounds in speech. It is now commonly used in phonetics to describe sounds produced with the tongue touching or near the alveolar ridge.