pharyngo-
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a combining form representing pharynx in compound words: pharyngology.
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Also especially before a vowel, pharyng-.
Origin of pharyngo-
<Greek, combining form of phárynx throat
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Example sentences from the Web for pharyngo-
The wide distribution of these pharyngo-laryngo-esophago-pulmano-cardio-gastric nerves gives ample opportunity for reflexes.
Psychotherapy|James J. Walsh
British Dictionary definitions for pharyngo-
pharyngo-
before a vowel pharyng-
combining form
pharynxpharyngoscope
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Medical definitions for pharyngo-
pharyngo-
pref.
Pharynx:pharyngoscope.
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