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hypopharynx
[ hahy-puh-far-ingks ]
noun
, plural hy·po·pha·ryn·ges [hahy-p, uh, -f, uh, -, rin, -jeez], hy·po·phar·ynx·es.
- Entomology. a tonguelike lobe on the floor of the mouth in many insects.
- Anatomy. the lower part of the pharynx.
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Word History and Origins
Origin of hypopharynx1
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Example Sentences
The labrum is considered by some authorities to be the hypopharynx.
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Distinct and conspicuous maxillulae are associated with the tongue or hypopharynx.
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Endolabium: the inner or mouth surface of the labium: the hypopharynx when that is well developed.
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Hypopharynx: a sensitive and sensory structure on the upper surface of labium that serves as an organ of taste, or true tongue.
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Salivary receptacle: a small cavity above the opening of the salivary duct, between labium and hypopharynx.
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