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Definition of Labyrinth
1. Noun. Complex system of paths or tunnels in which it is easy to get lost.
Specialized synonyms: Labyrinth Of Minos
Generic synonyms: System
Derivative terms: Labyrinthian, Mazy
2. Noun. A complex system of interconnecting cavities; concerned with hearing and equilibrium.
Terms within: Neuroepithelium, Membranous Labyrinth, Bony Labyrinth, Osseous Labyrinth, Endolymph, Perilymph, Semicircular Canal, Cochlea, Artery Of The Labyrinth, Internal Auditory Artery, Labyrinthine Artery, Internal Auditory Vein, Labyrinthine Vein
Generic synonyms: Receptor, Sense Organ, Sensory Receptor
Group relationships: Auditory Apparatus
Definition of Labyrinth
1. n. An edifice or place full of intricate passageways which render it difficult to find the way from the interior to the entrance; as, the Egyptian and Cretan labyrinths.
Definition of Labyrinth
1. Noun. A maze, especially underground or covered. ¹
2. Noun. Part of the inner ear. ¹
3. Noun. (figuratively) Anything complicated and confusing, like a maze. ¹
4. Verb. To enclose in a labyrinth, or as though in a labyrinth. ¹
5. Verb. To arrange in the form of a labyrinth. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Labyrinth
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Medical Definition of Labyrinth
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1. An edifice or place full of intricate passageways which render it difficult to find the way from the interior to the entrance; as, the Egyptian and Cretan labyrinths.
2. Any intricate or involved inclosure; especially, an ornamental maze or inclosure in a park or garden.
3. Any object or arrangement of an intricate or involved form, or having a very complicated nature. "The serpent . . . Fast sleeping soon he found, In labyrinth of many a round self-rolled." (Milton) "The labyrinth of the mind." (Tennyson)
4. An inextricable or bewildering difficulty. "I' the maze and winding labyrinths o' the world." (Denham)
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