Pharyngeal

Pronunciation: /ˈpieɪtʃˈɛɹiˈɛŋˈiˈæɫ/

Pharyngeal (adjective)

  1. 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

Synonyms of Pharyngeal

Formal