hypopharynx

hy·po·phar·ynx

[hahy-puh-far-ingks]
noun, plural hy·po·pha·ryn·ges [-fuh-rin-jeez] , hy·po·phar·ynx·es.
1.
Entomology. a tonguelike lobe on the floor of the mouth in many insects.
2.
Anatomy. the lower part of the pharynx.

Origin:
1820–30; hypo- + pharynx

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hypopharynx hy·po·phar·ynx (hī'pō-fār'ĭngks)
n.
See laryngopharynx.

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Hypopharynx is always a great word to know.
So is bezoar. Does it mean:
a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison.
a chattering or flighty, light-headed person.
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