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[ˈsakjʊlʊs], (Noun)
Definitions:
- the smaller of the two fluid-filled sacs forming part of the labyrinth of the inner ear (the other being the utriculus). It contains a region of hair cells and otoliths which send signals to the brain concerning the orientation of the head
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Origin
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mid 18th century: from Latin, diminutive of saccus ‘sack’
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