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Word: Cartilage
Speech Type: Noun
late Middle English: from French, from Latin cartilago, cartilagin-
ˈkɑːtɪlɪdʒ
firm, flexible connective tissue found in various forms in the larynx and respiratory tract, in structures such as the external ear, and in the articulating surfaces of joints. It is more widespread in the infant skeleton, being replaced by bone during growth.
Short Definition:firm, flexible connective tissue found in various forms in larynx and respiratory tract
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