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TURBINATES

(adj., noun, adj.sat)
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There are 3 meanings of the word Turbinates.

Turbinates - as an adjective

Of or relating to the scroll-shaped turbinate bones in the nasal passages

Turbinates - as a noun

Any of the scrolled spongy bones of the nasal passages in man and other vertebrates

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
turbinal10turbinate bone
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
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Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Turbinates - as an adjective satellite

In the shape of a coil

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
coiling10helical12spiral8spiraling12volute9voluted11whorled14

Example Sentences

"The turbinates in his nose were swollen, causing him difficulty in breathing."
"She underwent surgery to remove the turbinates and improve her nasal airway."
"Nasal congestion is often caused by inflamed turbinates."
"The doctor examined the patient's turbinates to assess the condition of his sinuses."
"Allergic rhinitis can lead to enlarged turbinates."
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Word Game Points

Is TURBINATES a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, turbinates is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TURBINATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is TURBINATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, turbinates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TURBINATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is TURBINATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, turbinates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TURBINATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 14.

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