扁桃 — meaning in English
biǎn táo
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English meaning
- adenoid noun A cluster of glandular (lymphoid) tissue behind the nose, at the top of the throat, that can enlarge and obstruct breathing in children.
- almond noun The edible seed of the almond tree, eaten as a nut, or the tree itself.
- kernel noun The soft, edible part inside a nut or seed, once the hard shell or husk is removed.
Senses
扁桃 is used for these senses in English:
- adenoid (symptom) an abnormally enlarged mass of lymphatic tissue at the back of the pharynx, often obstructing the nasal and ear passages and hindering speaking and breathing in young children.
- almond Other plants that produce almond-like nuts:
- flat peach A subspecies or variety of peach Prunus persica subsp. platycarpa, with white flesh and a flattish, round shape.
- kernel (botany) The central (usually edible) part of a nut, especially once the hard shell has been removed.
adenoid — full definition
- noun A cluster of glandular (lymphoid) tissue behind the nose, at the top of the throat, that can enlarge and obstruct breathing in children.
- adjective Relating to the adenoids, or to glandular tissue generally.
almond — full definition
- noun The edible seed of the almond tree, eaten as a nut, or the tree itself.
- noun A pale creamy-white or light brown colour, named after the nut.
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