뼈나 조직 안의 빈 공간, 특히 코 주위의 부비동.
A cavity within a bone or other tissue, especially one in the bones of the face or skull connecting with the nasal cavities.
예문:
"The doctor explained that my headache was caused by inflammation in the sinus."
"Chronic sinus infections can lead to a loss of smell."
깊은 곳의 감염 부위에서 고름이 배출되는 통로.
An infected tract leading from a deep-seated infection and discharging pus to the surface.
예문:
"The surgeon had to drain the pilonidal sinus to prevent further complications."
"A dental sinus can form when an abscessed tooth is left untreated."
잎이나 꽃잎 가장자리의 갈라진 틈이나 오목하게 들어간 부분.
A rounded notch or indentation between two lobes on the margin of a leaf or petal.
예문:
"The depth of the sinus on the leaf margin is a key characteristic for identifying oak species."
"The maple leaf has deep sinuses between its pointed lobes."
혈액이나 림프액이 흐르는 불규칙한 모양의 정맥 또는 림프관의 확장된 부분.
An irregular venous or lymphatic cavity, reservoir, or dilated vessel.
예문:
"The dural venous sinuses drain blood from the brain into the internal jugular veins."
"Lymphatic sinuses within the node allow for the filtration of lymph."
심장의 동방결절 또는 천연 박동 조절기로서의 기능과 관련된 것.
Relating to or denoting the sinoatrial node of the heart or its function as a natural pacemaker.
예문:
"The patient's EKG showed a normal sinus rhythm."
"Sinus tachycardia is characterized by a faster than normal heart rate originating from the SA node."