Laryngeal (Adjective)
Meaning
Of or relating to or situated in the larynx; "laryngeal infection".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The patient was diagnosed with a laryngeal tumor that required immediate surgery.
- Laryngeal prominence is a key factor in determining the sex of a speaker based on their voice.
- The doctor examined the patient's laryngeal cartilages to check for any signs of injury.
- A laryngeal infection can cause hoarseness, soreness, and difficulty speaking.
- The speech therapist specialized in treating laryngeal disorders that affected patients' vocal quality.