Cricoids

/ˈkrɪkɔɪdz/ noun

Definition

Plural of cricoid; multiple ring-shaped cartilages or references to the cricoid cartilage structures.

Etymology

Simple plural of 'cricoid,' adding the standard -s suffix to the anatomical term derived from Greek 'krikos' (ring) plus '-oid' (resembling).

Kelly Says

In anatomy, when you pluralize a structure like 'cricoids,' it often means you're referring to comparative cases across different individuals or species—reminding us that these structures are universal to all mammals.

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