What does "uvula" mean?

UVULA means: The fleshy appendage that hangs from the back of the palate, that closes the nasopharynx during swallowing.

What is the definition of "uvula"?

The definition of UVULA: The fleshy appendage that hangs from the back of the palate, that closes the nasopharynx during swallowing.

How do you pronounce "uvula"?

"UVULA" is pronounced /ˈjuːv.jʊ.lə/. It has 5 letters.

What are synonyms for "uvula"?

Synonyms for UVULA include: palatine uvula, staphyle, tonsils.

What is another word for "uvula"?

Another word for UVULA is palatine uvula or staphyle. Other alternatives: tonsils.

What part of speech is "uvula"?

"UVULA" is primarily used as a noun.

How many letters does "uvula" have?

"UVULA" has 5 letters and is pronounced /ˈjuːv.jʊ.lə/. It is rated medium difficulty in Word Puzzle Game.

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UVULA

/ˈjuːv.jʊ.lə/

5 lettersMedium difficultynoun/ˈjuːv.jʊ.lə/

NOUN

1
The fleshy appendage that hangs from the back of the palate, that closes the nasopharynx during swallowing.
2
The slight elevation in the mucous membrane immediately behind the internal urethral orifice of the urinary bladder, caused by the middle lobe of the prostate.
3
An object so suspended inside a bell that it may hit the bell and cause it to ring; a clapper.

Synonyms

palatine uvulastaphyletonsils

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About this page: This page provides the definition, meaning, pronunciation, synonyms, and usage examples for the word UVULA. It is part of the Word Puzzle Game dictionary — a free English word reference with 1,000+ words used in our puzzles. Difficulty: medium · Letters: 5 · More 5-letter words