alveolus

nounfemininetécnico/alˈvjɔlɐ/rare

al·vé·o·la

Definition

A small cavity or cell, especially in biological contexts (like a honeycomb) or anatomical structures.

The honeycomb is made up of thousands of hexagonal alveoli.

The lung tissue contains numerous alveoli for gas exchange.

syn

Do latim 'alveŏla', diminutivo de 'alveus' (cavidade, recipiente).