Inner Ear

**Semantic type:** Body Part, Organ, or Organ Component

**Definition:** The portion of the ear located within the temporal bone that is involved in both hearing and balance and includes the semicircular canals, vestibule, and cochlea. (from American Heritage Dictionary online)

**Synonyms:** - EAR, INNER - INNER EAR - Internal Ear - Internal Ear - Labyrinth - Labyrinth