Throat
(noun)
- The front part of the neck, extending from the chin to the top of the windpipe.
- A narrow or constricted part of an object or structure.
Origin:
Middle english, from old english throte; akin to old high german drozza throat.
Examples:
- He had a sore throat and found it difficult to speak.
- She swallowed a pill and felt it go down her throat.
- The bottle had a narrow throat, making it hard to pour the liquid.
- He cut his throat while shaving.
- The chef used a special knife to fillet the fish, taking care not to damage its delicate throat.