Definition of Arytenoid

1. Noun. Either of two small cartilages at the back of the larynx to which the vocal folds are attached.

Exact synonyms: Arytaenoid, Arytenoid Cartilage
Generic synonyms: Cartilage, Gristle
Group relationships: Larynx, Voice Box

Definition of Arytenoid

1. a. Ladle-shaped; -- applied to two small cartilages of the larynx, and also to the glands, muscles, etc., connected with them. The cartilages are attached to the cricoid cartilage and connected with the vocal cords.

Definition of Arytenoid

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Medical Definition of Arytenoid

1. Ladle-shaped; applied to two small cartilages of the larynx, and also to the glands, muscles, etc, connected with them. The cartilages are attached to the cricoid cartilage and connected with the vocal cords. Origin: Gr. Shaped like a ladle; a ladle + form. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Arytenoid

arylarsonic acid
aryldialkylphosphatase
arylformamidase
aryls
arylsulfatase
arylsulfate sulfotransferase
arylsulfonates
arylsulfonic acids
arylsulfotransferase
aryl acylamidase
aryl hydrocarbon hydroxylases
aryl sulphatase
arytaenoid
arytenoepiglottidean
arytenoid (current term)
arytenoid (current term)
arytenoidal articular surface of cricoid
arytenoidectomy
arytenoideus
arytenoiditis
arytenoidopexy
arytenoids
arytenoid cartilage
arytenoid cartilage
arytenoid glands
arytenoid swelling
arythmia
arythmias
arythmic
as

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