vestibular

adjective

ves·​tib·​u·​lar ve-ˈsti-byə-lər 

1

: of, relating to, or functioning as a vestibule

2

: of, relating to, or affecting the perception of body position and movement

the vestibular system of the inner ear

Examples of vestibular in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Alcohol suppresses the vestibular system, which creates a sense of balance. —Yuliya Klochan, Health, 19 June 2024

Inside, the vestibular entrance was crowded with customers snapping photos of a welcome sign. —Lyndsay C. Green, Detroit Free Press, 1 May 2024

In this way, the Teeter Popper engages the vestibular system to strengthen balance and coordination—two traits with which many autistic kids struggle. —Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 6 Mar. 2024

The inner ear holds the vestibular system, which sends information about balance and motion to the brain. —Discover Magazine, 29 Jan. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1839, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Medical Definition

vestibular

adjective

ves·​tib·​u·​lar ve-ˈstib-yə-lər 

1

: of or relating to the vestibule of the inner ear, the vestibular system, the vestibular nerve, or the vestibular sense

vestibular impulses

2

: lying within or facing the vestibule of the mouth

the vestibular surface of a tooth

vestibularly adverb