adenoidal

• Se dit d'une voix qui semble venir du nez, souvent à cause de végétations adénoïdes hypertrophiées ; qui est nasillard. Peut aussi qualifier ce qui est relatif aux adénoïdes.

Describes a voice that sounds as if it is coming through the nose, often due to swollen adenoids.

1. Relating to the adenoidsC1formalmedical

   Of or pertaining to the adenoids, which are lymphatic tissue located in the nasopharynx.

   relatif aux adénoïdes

   • The child had an adenoidal infection that required treatment.
   • Adenoidal tissue can become enlarged in some children.
   • The doctor examined the patient for adenoidal problems.

   Synonymesadenoid

2. Nasal-sounding voiceC1informal

   Describing a voice that sounds as if the nose is pinched, often due to enlarged adenoids.

   Voix nasillarde

   • He spoke with an adenoidal tone that made him sound congested.
   • Her adenoidal voice was a result of a chronic cold.
   • The actor's adenoidal speech added a unique quality to his performance.

   Synonymesnasalnasally