uvulopalatopharyngoplasty

noun

Definition
surgical resection of unnecessary palatal and oropharyngeal tissue to open the airway; intended to cure extreme cases of snoring (with or without sleep apnea)
Example
The word 'uvulopalatopharyngoplasty' is often used in everyday conversation.
Etymology
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Vowels
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Consonants
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Length
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