Pharyngeal
(adjective)
- Relating to the pharynx, the muscular tube that connects the back of the mouth to the stomach and lungs.
- Of or relating to the pharynx.
Origin:
From the greek words pharunx, pharynx "throat".
Examples:
- The patient had a pharyngeal infection.
- Pharyngeal cancer is a rare type of cancer.
- The pharyngeal reflex is triggered by touching the back of the throat.
- Pharyngeal muscles play an important role in swallowing.
- Pharyngeal tonsils, also known as adenoids, are located in the back of the throat.