hypopharynx

[ hahy-puh-far-ingks ]

/ ˌhaɪ pəˈfær ɪŋks /

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noun, plural hy·po·pha·ryn·ges

[hahy-puh-fuh-rin-jeez], /ˌhaɪ pə fəˈrɪn dʒiz/, hy·po·phar·ynx·es.

Entomology. a tonguelike lobe on the floor of the mouth in many insects.

Anatomy. the lower part of the pharynx.

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Origin of hypopharynx

First recorded in 1820–30; hypo- + pharynx

Words nearby hypopharynx

hyponitrous acid, hyponym, hyponymy, hypoperfusion, hypophalangism, hypopharynx, hypophloeodal, hypophonesis, hypophonia, hypophosphate, hypophosphite

How to use hypopharynx in a sentence

The labrum is considered by some authorities to be the hypopharynx.
The Flea|Harold Russell
Distinct and conspicuous maxillulae are associated with the tongue or hypopharynx.
Encyclopaedia Britannica, 11th Edition, Volume 17, Slice 8|Various
Endolabium: the inner or mouth surface of the labium: the hypopharynx when that is well developed.
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology|John. B. Smith
Hypopharynx: a sensitive and sensory structure on the upper surface of labium that serves as an organ of taste, or true tongue.
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology|John. B. Smith

Salivary receptacle: a small cavity above the opening of the salivary duct, between labium and hypopharynx.
Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology|John. B. Smith