Adenoid
Pronunciation: /ˈædəˌnɔɪd/
Adenoid (noun)
- Soft tissue at the back of the nose and throat that helps fight infections.
- Condition where the adenoids become swollen, often causing breathing problems.
Examples
- Adenoids are part of the immune system.
- The doctor examined the adenoids for signs of infection.
Common collocations: adenoid tissue, remove adenoids, enlarged adenoids, treat enlarged adenoids, suffer from enlarged adenoids