utricle
/ˈjuːtrɪkəl/
noun
- A small, fluid-filled sac in the inner ear that helps with balance and sensing head position.
- When you spin around and stop, the fluid in your utricle continues moving, which makes you feel dizzy.
- Damage to the utricle can cause dizziness and problems with balance.
- The utricle works with the saccule to tell your brain whether you are upright or tilted.