TONSIL Synonyms
There are 3 synonyms of the word
tonsil.
(exact relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word tonsil. (close relations)
There are 2 hypernyms of the word tonsil. (close relations)
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Definition of TONSIL
Definition of TONSIL
Best Alternative Words for TONSIL
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tonsilla | nounn | |||||||
noun • either of two masses of lymphatic tissue one on each side of the oral pharynx | ||||||||
faucial tonsil | nounn | |||||||
noun • either of two masses of lymphatic tissue one on each side of the oral pharynx | ||||||||
palatine tonsil | nounn | |||||||
noun • either of two masses of lymphatic tissue one on each side of the oral pharynx |
Best Hypernyms For TONSIL
Here is a list of related hypernyms for
tonsil, these are close relations that fall within the same topic. Most relevant words are highlighted and in order.
Phrases (2)
lymphatic tissuelymphoid tissue