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Ventricular Fold (Noun)

Meaning

Either of the upper two vocal cords that are not involved in vocalization.

Classification

Nouns denoting body parts.

Examples

  • The ventricular fold is a mucous membrane structure located above the vocal folds in the larynx.
  • Ventricular folds are also known as false vocal cords due to their resemblance to the true vocal cords.
  • The ventricular fold does not produce sound but can be used to modify the voice quality.
  • In some cases, the ventricular fold can become inflamed or irritated, leading to voice problems.
  • The ventricular fold plays a crucial role in protecting the airway during swallowing by helping to separate the trachea from the esophagus.

Synonyms

  • False Vocal Fold
  • False Vocal Cord
  • Vestibular Fold
  • Superior Vocal Cord

Hypernyms

  • Vocal Band
  • Vocal Fold
  • Vocal Cord
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