Uvula

Pronunciation

Definition 1

The soft flap of tissue that hangs down at the back of the mouth (at the edge of the soft palate). Also called palatine uvula. (NCI Dictionary)

Definition 2

The fleshy lobe that hangs at the back of the soft palate. (NCI Thesaurus)

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