vestibular
/vɛˈstɪbjələr/
adjective
- Relating to the sense of balance and spatial orientation, controlled by the inner ear.
- Some people experience dizziness when their vestibular system is disrupted by motion sickness.
- The doctor tested her vestibular function by asking her to stand on one leg with her eyes closed.
- Vestibular exercises can help improve balance after an inner ear infection.
- Relating to a vestibule, which is a small entrance hall or chamber in a building or body part.
- In anatomy, the vestibular part of the mouth is the space between the lips and teeth.
- The building's vestibular design includes a small foyer before the main lobby.
- The vestibular area of the museum leads visitors into the main exhibition hall.