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tonsil in Latin

tonsil in Latin is tonsillae, tonsilla — tonsil means short for palatine tonsil.

tonsil in Latin

tonsillae

noun

(anatomy, immunology) Ellipsis of palatine tonsil.

tonsilla

noun

(anatomy, immunology) Ellipsis of palatine tonsil.

What does "tonsil" mean?

noun Short for palatine tonsil.
noun One of several small clumps of lymphoid tissue.

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Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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What is "tonsil" in Latin?

"tonsil" in Latin is tonsillae, tonsilla. tonsil means: Short for palatine tonsil.

Are there other ways to say "tonsil" in Latin?

Yes — Latin has 2 translations listed for "tonsil": tonsillae, tonsilla.

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