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pharyng/o — Throat

pharyng/o means throat. Ancient Greek source words and medical terminology examples: pharyngeal.

Meaning and source words

Meaning: Throat

• Ancient Greek: φάρυγξ φάρυγγος (pharynx pharyngos)

Examples and word parts

pharyngeal

Relating to the passage behind the nose and mouth.

Word parts: pharyng (throat) + -eal (relating to)

Recorded forms: pharyng-, pharyngo-

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