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round window [′rau̇nd ′win·dō]

(anatomy)

A membrane-covered opening between the middle and inner ears in amphibians and mammals through which energy is dissipated after traveling in the membranous labyrinth.

Catherine-wheel window

A round window with radial mullions. A rose window, wheel window.

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