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Definition

noun. a sudden closure of the vocal cords that makes it hard to breathe.

Example Sentence

The spasmodic closure of the larynx was diagnosed as laryngospasm.

More Example Sentences

He felt a laryngospasm during the procedure.

Synonyms

vocal cord spasm; throat spasm

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