adenoid (1 synonym found)

Adenoid has 1 synonym. The top synonyms for adenoid are pharyngeal tonsil. Browse the full list below.

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What is a synonym for adenoid?

A synonym for adenoid is pharyngeal tonsil.

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What does adenoid mean?

°Of or relating to lymphatic glands or lymphoid tissue; lymphoid.

Definition of adenoid:

°Of or relating to lymphatic glands or lymphoid tissue; lymphoid.
°One of two folds of lymphatic tissue covered by ciliated epithelium. They are found in the roof and posterior wall of the nasopharynx at the back of the throat behind the uvula. They may obstruct normal breathing and make speech difficult when swollen, a condition often called adenoids.
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Definition of adenoid:

°Of or relating to lymphatic glands or lymphoid tissue; lymphoid.
°One of two folds of lymphatic tissue covered by ciliated epithelium. They are found in the roof and posterior wall of the nasopharynx at the back of the throat behind the uvula. They may obstruct normal breathing and make speech difficult when swollen, a condition often called adenoids.
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