coclea

/ˈkɒkliə/ or /ˈkɒksliə/

Definitions

1. noun

a spiral tube in the inner ear of many animals that contains the organ of Corti and is responsible for converting sound waves into nerve impulses

“The cochlea is a vital part of the auditory system, allowing us to hear and understand different sounds.”

Synonyms

  • auditory system
  • inner ear

Antonyms

  • deafness