hypopharynx

UK
/ˌhaɪpəʊˈfærɪŋks/
US
/ˌhaɪpəˈfɛrɪŋks/

Traduzioni

hypopharynxnoun
hypopharynges
pl
UK
/ˌhaɪpəʊˈfærɪŋks/
US
/ˌhaɪpəˈfɛrɪŋks/
The doctor examined the hypopharynx for any signs of infection.
Врач осмотрел гипофаринкс на наличие признаков инфекции.
Sinonimi
inferior pharynx

Definizioni

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.