cleft palate
(cleft-pal-ate)
3 syllables
Definition
noun. a congenital split in the roof of the mouth.
Example Sentence
The surgeon repaired the cleft palate to improve the child's speech and eating ability.
More Example Sentences
Cleft palate is a condition that can be corrected with surgery.
Synonyms
oral fissure; palatal split; congenital cleft
Antonyms
intact palate; normal palate; whole palate
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