Definition of ALVEOLAR

alveolar

Meanings

Plural: alveolars

Noun

  • a consonant articulated with the tip of the tongue near the gum ridge
  • An alveolar consonant.

Adjective

  • pertaining to the tiny air sacs of the lungs
  • pertaining to the sockets of the teeth or that part of the upper jaw
    • "alveolar processes"

Adj

  • Relating to the alveoli (small air sacs) of the lungs.
  • Relating to the jaw ridge containing the tooth sockets.
  • Formed with the tongue touching or approaching the inner ridge of the gums of the upper front teeth.
  • Relating to the glands with secretory cells about a central space.

Origin / Etymology

From alveolus + -ar.

Synonyms

alveolar consonant, dental, dental consonant, gingival

Scrabble Score: 11

alveolar is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
alveolar is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
alveolar is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 14

alveolar is a valid Words With Friends word