orifice
5 synonyms for orifice, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An opening, especially one in the body or in a pipe or tube.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From Latin orificium, literally "the making of a mouth," combining os ("mouth") and facere ("to make").
Full origin of orifice →Frequently asked questions
What does “orifice” mean?
The word “orifice” means an opening, especially one in the body or in a pipe or tube. In plain terms, a formal, somewhat clinical word for an opening or hole, often used for body openings.
How do you pronounce “orifice”?
“Orifice” is pronounced O-rih-fihs (/ˈɔɹəfɪs/ in IPA).
How do you use “orifice” in a sentence?
Here is “orifice” used in a sentence: “The surgeon examined the wound near the nasal orifice.”
What part of speech is “orifice”?
“Orifice” is a noun.
Where does the word “orifice” come from?
The word “orifice” comes from Latin. From Latin orificium, literally "the making of a mouth," combining os ("mouth") and facere ("to make").
