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bulbs

The correct spelling is bulbs.

How to pronounce bulbs

noun

IPA: /bʌlbz/

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The correct spelling is bulbs. Any solid object rounded at one end and tapering on the other, possibly attached to a larger object at the tapered end. For example: "the bulb of the aorta"

Usage Examples

the bulb of the aorta

Meanings

noun

  1. 1.Any solid object rounded at one end and tapering on the other, possibly attached to a larger object at the tapered end.
  2. 2.A light bulb.
  3. 3.The bulb-shaped root portion of a plant such as a tulip, from which the rest of the plant may be regrown.
  4. 4.A bulbous protuberance at the forefoot of certain vessels to reduce turbulence.
  5. 5.The medulla oblongata.

verb

  1. 1.To take the shape of a bulb; to swell.

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