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Definition of Palatine tonsil
1. Noun. Either of two masses of lymphatic tissue one on each side of the oral pharynx.
Exact synonyms: Faucial Tonsil, Tonsil, Tonsilla
Generic synonyms: Lymphatic Tissue, Lymphoid Tissue
Group relationships: Nasopharynx
Generic synonyms: Lymphatic Tissue, Lymphoid Tissue
Group relationships: Nasopharynx
Definition of Palatine tonsil
1. Noun. (anatomy) One of the two tonsils that can be seen on the left and right sides at the back of the throat. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Medical Definition of Palatine tonsil
1. A large oval mass of lymphoid tissue embedded in the lateral wall of the oral pharynx on either side between the pillars of the fauces. Synonym: tonsilla palatina, tonsilla, faucial tonsil, tonsil. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Palatine Tonsil
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