Definition of Epiglottis

1. Noun. A flap of cartilage that covers the windpipe while swallowing.

Terms within: Gustatory Organ, Taste Bud, Tastebud
Generic synonyms: Cartilaginous Structure
Group relationships: Trachea, Windpipe

Definition of Epiglottis

1. n. A cartilaginous lidlike appendage which closes the glottis while food or drink is passing while food or drink is passing through the pharynx.

Definition of Epiglottis

1. Noun. (anatomy) A cartilaginous organ in the throat of terrestrial vertebrates covering the glottis when swallowing to prevent food and liquid from entering the trachea, and in Homo sapiens also a speech organ. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Epiglottis

1. [n -TISES]

Medical Definition of Epiglottis

1. A cartilaginous lidlike appendage which closes the glottis while food or drink is passing while food or drink is passing through the pharynx. Origin: NL, fr. Gr.; upon +, tongue. See Glottis. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Epiglottis

epigenomics
epigenotype
epigenotypes
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epigeous
epiglottal
epiglottic
epiglottic cartilage
epiglottic folds
epiglottic tubercle
epiglottic vallecula
epiglottidean
epiglottidectomy
epiglottides
epiglottiditis
epiglottis (current term)
epiglottises
epiglottitis
epiglycanin
epignathous
epignathus
epigon
epigonation
epigonations
epigone
epigones
epigoni
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epigonism
epigonisms

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