fenestra
/fəˈnɛstrə/
noun
- A small opening or window-like structure, especially in anatomy (e.g., in the inner ear).
- The anatomy diagram showed the location of the fenestra in the skull.
- The fenestra in the inner ear helps transmit sound vibrations.
- Surgeons carefully operated near the fenestra of the cochlea.
- A window or opening in a wall or building (architectural term).
- The castle's fenestra was narrow, meant for defense rather than view.
- The ancient church had a small fenestra above the altar.
- Architects designed a circular fenestra to let in morning light.