Turbinate

Origin

Latin turbinatus.

Full definition of turbinate

Adjective

1. Shaped or spinning like a top.
2. In the shape of a coil.
3. (zoology) Spiral and decreasing sharply in diameter from base to apex. Used especially of shells.
4. (anatomy) Of, or relating to, the turbinate bone.

Synonyms

• coiling
• helical
• spiral
• spiraling
• volute
• whorled

Noun

1. (anatomy) A turbinal or turbinate bone.

Synonyms

• nasal concha

Verb

1. To revolve or spin like a top; to whirl.----