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hard palate

/hɑːrd ˈpælɪt/

Tradução: Parte óssea anterior do palato, que separa a cavidade bucal da cavidade nasal.

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/hɑːrd ˈpælɪt/C1formalmedical
  • ptParte óssea anterior do palato, que separa a cavidade bucal da cavidade nasal.

The bony front part of the roof of the mouth, separating the oral cavity from the nasal cavity.

  1. Anatomical structureB2formal

    The hard, bony front part of the roof of the mouth, separating the oral cavity from the nasal cavity.

    ptPalato duro

    • The tongue presses against the hard palate to produce certain sounds.
    • A cleft palate can affect both the hard and soft palate.
    • The dentist examined the hard palate for any signs of infection.