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oropharyngeal

/ˌɔːr.oʊ.fəˈrɪn.dʒi.əl/

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adjective

/ˌɔːr.oʊ.fəˈrɪn.dʒi.əl/C2formalmedical
  • ruОтносящийся к части горла, расположенной за полостью рта, а именно к ротоглотке.

Relating to the part of the throat that lies behind the mouth, specifically the oropharynx.

  1. Relating to the oropharynxC2formalmedical

    Pertaining to or located in the region of the oropharynx, which is the part of the throat at the back of the mouth.

    ruОтносящийся к ротоглотке

    • The patient was diagnosed with oropharyngeal cancer.
    • Oropharyngeal swabs are used to test for certain infections.
    • The surgeon specialized in oropharyngeal procedures.
Forms
  • more oropharyngeal comparative form
  • most oropharyngeal superlative form