Vocal Cord (Noun)
Meaning
Either of two pairs of folds of mucous membrane projecting into the larynx.
Classification
Nouns denoting body parts.
Examples
- She visited the doctor to examine her vocal cord after experiencing persistent hoarseness.
- The vocal cord was severely irritated causing pain when the singer attempted to hit the high note.
- The operation to repair the damaged vocal cord was a success and the patient was able to recover quickly.
- The surgeon carefully made an incision in the patient's throat to examine the vocal cord.
- A nodule on the vocal cord was causing the singer's voice to vibrate in unusual ways.