uvular

Relating to the uvula; used to describe sounds produced with the back of the tongue near or against the uvula.

• 🇫🇷Qui se rapporte à la luette ; se dit des sons articulés avec le dos de la langue près ou contre la luette.

1. Relating to the uvula C1 formal

   Of or associated with the uvula, the small fleshy structure hanging at the back of the throat.

   • The uvular region can become inflamed during an infection.
   • Uvular sounds are produced by the back of the tongue near the uvula.
   • The doctor examined the uvular area for signs of swelling.

   🇫🇷uvulaire

• more uvular comparative form
• most uvular superlative form