Meaning & use
oropharynx
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The part of the throat located behind the mouth, extending from the soft palate to the top of the epiglottis.
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The doctor examined the oropharynx for signs of infection.
The tonsils are located on either side of the oropharynx.
A note on using this word
A precise anatomical term used mainly in medical contexts, distinct from the nasopharynx (behind the nose) and the laryngopharynx (near the voice box).
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