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palatine tonsil

/ˈpælətaɪn ˈtɒnsɪl/

翻译: 位于咽部两侧的卵圆形淋巴组织,是免疫系统的一部分,有助于抵御感染。

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/ˈpælətaɪn ˈtɒnsɪl/C1formalmedical
  • zh位于咽部两侧的卵圆形淋巴组织,是免疫系统的一部分,有助于抵御感染。

A pair of oval-shaped masses of lymphoid tissue located on each side of the back of the throat, part of the immune system that helps protect against infections.

  1. Anatomical structureC1formal

    One of two small, oval-shaped masses of lymphoid tissue located on each side of the back of the throat, part of the immune system.

    zh腭扁桃体

    • The palatine tonsils help trap bacteria and viruses entering the mouth.
    • Inflammation of the palatine tonsils is called tonsillitis.
    • The surgeon removed the infected palatine tonsils during the operation.