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Glottis

The opening from the pharynx into the larynx or into the trachea. See Larynx.

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Glottal 74% connected

Of or pertaining to, or produced by, the glottis; glottic.

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Glottal 74% connected

Of or pertaining to, or produced by, the glottis; glottic.

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Larynx 70% connected

The expanded upper end of the windpipe or trachea, connected with the hyoid bone or cartilage. It contains the vocal cords, which produce the voice b…

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