noun
larynx
LA-rihngks
Larynx (noun) means the part of the throat containing the vocal cords, involved in producing sound and protecting the airway. Example: “A blow to the larynx can make it hard to breathe or speak.”
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The part of the throat containing the vocal cords, involved in producing sound and protecting the airway.
"A blow to the larynx can make it hard to breathe or speak."
How to use larynx
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe voice box — the part of your throat that lets you make sounds.
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damage to the larynx
larynx cancer
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Word forms
- Plural
- larynges, larynxes
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A blow to the _____ can make it hard to breathe or speak.
Etymology
Borrowed via New Latin from Ancient Greek larynx, meaning "throat" or "windpipe."
Synonyms
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voice box
Frequently asked questions
What does “larynx” mean?
The word “larynx” means the part of the throat containing the vocal cords, involved in producing sound and protecting the airway. In plain terms, the voice box — the part of your throat that lets you make sounds.
How do you pronounce “larynx”?
“Larynx” is pronounced LA-rihngks (/ˈlɛɹ.ɪŋks/ in IPA).
How do you use “larynx” in a sentence?
Here is “larynx” used in a sentence: “A blow to the larynx can make it hard to breathe or speak.”
What part of speech is “larynx”?
“Larynx” is a noun.
Where does the word “larynx” come from?
The word “larynx” comes from Ancient Greek. Borrowed via New Latin from Ancient Greek larynx, meaning "throat" or "windpipe.".
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