Pharyngeal
Pronunciation: /ˈpieɪtʃˈɛɹiˈɛŋˈiˈæɫ/
Pharyngeal (adjective)
- Connected to the part of the throat behind the mouth and nasal cavity.
Examples
- The doctor examined the pharyngeal area for signs of infection.
- Pharyngeal muscles are crucial for swallowing.
Common collocations: pharyngeal reflex, pharyngeal examination, pharyngeal muscles