Flap At The Back Of The Softpalate Crossword Clue

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We've checked our database and believe the answer is UVULA which was last seen in the The Guardian Quick crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is: UVULA

Updated: October 13, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood

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Rank		Letters	Answer	Clue
1	99%	5		Exact Match!
2	39%	14		Displays a characteristic flap-flap-glide flight pattern
3	28%	8		British soldier's headgear with a flap extending from the back

About This Clues Answer

We think the answer is "UVULA" which means:

noun

• A small pendant fleshy lobe at the back of the soft palate

An example sentence would be:

• "The doctor examined my uvula and said it was swollen."
• "The uvula helps to close off the nasal passage during swallowing."

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The Guardian Quick27 Nov 2013	Down 18
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