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mitral

0 antonyms and opposites of mitral, grouped by meaning.

Adj — Shaped like a bishop's mitre.

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mitral valve mitral regurgitation mitral stenosis

Etymology

From "mitre" (a bishop's pointed ceremonial hat) plus the adjective ending "-al" — the heart valve was named for its similar two-flapped shape.

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Frequently asked questions

What does “mitral” mean?

The word “mitral” means shaped like a bishop's mitre. In plain terms, mostly used in medicine to describe the mitral valve in the heart.

How do you pronounce “mitral”?

“Mitral” is pronounced MYT-ruhl (/ˈmaɪtɹəl/ in IPA).

How do you use “mitral” in a sentence?

Here is “mitral” used in a sentence: “The valve gets its name from its mitral, pointed-hat shape.”

What part of speech is “mitral”?

“Mitral” is an adjective.

How many meanings does “mitral” have?

“Mitral” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: shaped like a bishop's mitre.

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