Meaning of concha | Babel Free
/ˈkɒŋ.kə/Definitions
- Any shell-shaped structure
- Any shell-shaped structure:
- The deepest indentation of the cartilage of the human ear, attaching to the mastoid bone and leading to its central opening.
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Alternative form of nasal concha. alt-of, alternative
- An apse, or the plain semidome of an apse.
Examples
“In Virginia, gone are the weekly outings to Walmart to stock up on provisions; to El Ranchito, the Mexican convenience store, to buy shell-shaped concha pastries; and to the laundromat to machine wash heavily soiled garments.”
CEFR level
C2
Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.