cartilaginous structure

/ˌˈkɑrdlˌˈædʒənəs ˌstrʌktʃər/

Other forms: cartilaginous structures

Definitions of cartilaginous structure

1. noun

   body structure given shape by cartilage
   types:

   epiglottis

   a flap of cartilage that covers the windpipe while swallowing

   auricle, ear, pinna

   the externally visible cartilaginous structure of the external ear

   tragus

   a small cartilaginous flap in front of the external opening of the ear

   larynx, voice box

   a cartilaginous structure at the top of the trachea; contains elastic vocal cords that are the source of the vocal tone in speech

   costal cartilage

   the cartilages that connect the sternum and the ends of the ribs; its elasticity allows the chest to move in respiration

   cauliflower ear

   an auricle deformed by injury; common among boxers

   type of:

   anatomical structure, bodily structure, body structure, complex body part, structure

   a particular complex anatomical part of a living thing