PERIOTIC
the bone forming the otic capsule of the inner ear, consisting of fused prootic, epiotic, and opisthotic bones.
surrounding the ear, especially the inner ear; specifically designating each of the three bones (prootic, epiotic, and opisthotic) which constitute the otic capsule; designating the capsule itself.
surrounding the ear, especially the inner ear; specifically designating each of the three bones (prootic, epiotic, and opisthotic) which constitute the otic capsule; designating the capsule itself.