stapes /sta·pes/ (sta´pēz) [L.] the innermost of the auditory ossicles; it articulates by its head with the incus and its base is inserted into the oval window
stapes
sta·pes (st  p z)n. pl. stapes or sta·pe·des (st p -dz ) The smallest of the three auditory ossicles, whose base fits into the oval window and whose head is articulated with the lenticular process of the long limb of the incus. Also called stirrup. |
stapes
[stā′pēz]
Etymology: L, stirrup
one of the three ossicles in the middle ear, resembling a tiny stirrup, that fits into the oval window. It transmits sound vibrations from the incus to the internal ear. Compare incus, malleus. See also middle ear.
stapes
the innermost of the three ossicles of the ear; called also stirrup.
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