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laryngopharynx
 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun laryngopharynx has 1 sense
  1. laryngopharynx - the lower part of the pharynx
    --1 is a kind of     cavity, bodily cavity, cavum
    --1 is a part of throat, pharynx

Definitions from the Web

Laryngopharynx

Definition: The laryngopharynx, also known as the hypopharynx, is the part of the throat that lies below the epiglottis and connects the larynx (voice box) with the esophagus.

Parts of Speech: Noun

Senses:

  1. The anatomical region in the throat connecting the larynx and esophagus.

Usages:

  • During swallowing, the epiglottis closes off the laryngopharynx to prevent food from entering the trachea.
  • The acid reflux reached the laryngopharynx, causing irritation and discomfort.

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