adenoids
(ad-e-noids)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. an enlarged mass of lymphoid tissue in the upper pharynx often obstructing breathing through the nasal passages;
adjective. relating to or resembling lymphatic glands or lymphoid
adjective. relating to or resembling lymphatic glands or lymphoid
Example Sentence
He had his adenoids removed to help with his breathing.
Synonyms
pharyngeal tonsil; Luschka's tonsil; third tonsil
Antonyms
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