glottic
Americanadjective
adjective
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Etymology
Origin of glottic
From the Greek word glōttikós, dating back to 1795–1805. See glottis, -ic
Example Sentences
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In the course of time the automatic valvular action is supposed to become so well established that the singer can dispense with the glottic stroke in public performance.
From The Psychology of Singing A Rational Method of Voice Culture Based on a Scientific Analysis of All Systems, Ancient and Modern by David C. (David Clark) Taylor
In doing this, the amount of secretion and the handicap of impaired glottic mobility in the expulsion of thick secretions must be borne in mind.
From Bronchoscopy and Esophagoscopy A Manual of Peroral Endoscopy and Laryngeal Surgery by Chevalier Jackson
The catheter should be of a size, relative to that of the glottic chink, to permit a free return-flow.
From Bronchoscopy and Esophagoscopy A Manual of Peroral Endoscopy and Laryngeal Surgery by Chevalier Jackson
He was seen to have two glottic orifices with associate bands.
From Anomalies and Curiosities of Medicine by Walter L. (Walter Lytle) Pyle
Crying and possibly glottic spasm increase the difficulties.
From Bronchoscopy and Esophagoscopy A Manual of Peroral Endoscopy and Laryngeal Surgery by Chevalier Jackson
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