conus

/ˈkoʊnəs/
noun
  1. A cone-shaped structure or part, especially in anatomy or biology.
    • The conus arteriosus is a chamber in the heart of some fish and amphibians.
    • The conus of the heart helps direct blood flow into the arteries.
    • In the eye, the conus is a part of the retina involved in color vision.
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