epiglottis
noun /,ɛpə'glɑtɪs/
- Definition
- a flap of cartilage that covers the windpipe while swallowing
- Example
- He tried to understand the true meaning of 'epiglottis'.
- Etymology
- No etymology available.
Quick Facts
Palindrome
No
Compound Word
No
Proper Noun
No
Rare
No
Archaic
No
Obsolete
No
Slang
No
Vowels
4
Consonants
6
Length
10