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- [lar-ingks]
- /ˈlær ɪŋks/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [lar-ingks]
- /ˈlær ɪŋks/
Definitions of larynges word
- noun plural larynges Anatomy. a muscular and cartilaginous structure lined with mucous membrane at the upper part of the trachea in humans, in which the vocal cords are located. 1
- noun plural larynges Zoology. a similar vocal organ in other mammals. a corresponding structure in certain lower animals. 1
- noun larynges Irregular plural form of larynx in technical use. 1
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Origin of larynges
First appearance:
before 1570 One of the 33% oldest English words
1570-80; < New Latin < Greek lárynx
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Parts of speech for Larynges
noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
larynges popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 88% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
According to our data most of word are more popular. This word is almost not used. It has a much more popular synonym.
larynges usage trend in Literature
This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for larynges
noun larynges
- gullet — the esophagus.
- maw — mother1 .
- passage — a slow, cadenced trot executed with great elevation of the feet and characterized by a moment of suspension before the feet strike the ground.
- gorge — to swallow, especially greedily.
- larynx — Anatomy. a muscular and cartilaginous structure lined with mucous membrane at the upper part of the trachea in humans, in which the vocal cords are located.
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