discochlea

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Discochlea

Description:

The term "discochlea" refers to a grooved spiral structure found in the inner ear of vertebrates, which plays a crucial role in the detection and transmission of sound vibrations. It is specifically associated with the auditory system and contributes to an individual's hearing abilities.

Senses:

Sense 1:

(Noun) A biological structure in the ear responsible for sound perception.

Example sentence:

The discochlea in humans is crucial for converting sound waves into electrical signals that the brain can interpret.

Sense 2:

(Adjective) Referring to music or a genre characterized by dance-oriented beats popular in the 1970s.

Example sentence:

The discochlea era produced iconic songs that are still loved and danced to today.