Definitions
There is 1 meaning of the phrase
Tonsilla Pharyngealis.
Tonsilla Pharyngealis - as a noun
A collection of lymphatic tissue in the throat behind the uvula (on the posterior wall and roof of the nasopharynx)
Example: "Hypertrophy of the pharyngeal tonsils is called adenoids"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
adenoidluschka's tonsilpharyngeal tonsilthird tonsiltonsilla adenoideaExample Sentences
"The tonsilla pharyngealis is sometimes referred to as the pharyngeal tonsil."
"Enlarged tonsilla pharyngealis can cause breathing difficulties."
"The tonsilla pharyngealis is located at the back of the throat."
"Inflamed tonsilla pharyngealis can lead to sore throat."
"The tonsilla pharyngealis helps protect against infections."
