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cartilage

car·ti·lage

cartilage

 
pronunciation:
kar t lj
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part of speech: noun
definition: a tough, white tissue that forms part of the skeleton of humans and other animals. Cartilage is not as stiff as bone. Cartilage is found in the ear, nose, and joints.
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