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hypopharynx

/ˌhaɪpəʊˈfærɪŋks/

/ˌhaɪpəˈfɛrɪŋks/

Translations

hypopharynxnoun

hypopharynges

/ˌhaɪpəʊˈfærɪŋks/

/ˌhaɪpəˈfɛrɪŋks/

The doctor examined the hypopharynx for any signs of infection.

Врач осмотрел гипофаринкс на наличие признаков инфекции.

Synonyms

inferior pharynx

hypopharynxnoun

The part of the pharynx that lies below the oropharynx and above the esophagus and larynx.

The doctor examined the patient's hypopharynx for any signs of infection.

In insects, a tongue-like or membranous structure situated in the mouthparts that assists in manipulating food.

The bee uses its hypopharynx to help mix nectar with enzymes during honey production.