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Uvula

The pendent fleshy lobe in the middle of the posterior border of the soft palate.

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Broader term 1

Flap 76% connected

Anything broad and limber that hangs loose, or that is attached by one side or end and is easily moved; as, the flap of a garment.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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Uvular 74% connected

Of or pertaining to a uvula.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Uvular 74% connected

Of or pertaining to a uvula.

oewn 2023 15% interchangeable

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Containing whole 1

Velum 70% connected

Curtain or covering; -- applied to various membranous partitions, especially to the soft palate. See under Palate.

oewn 2023 0% interchangeable

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