uvula
noun
UK/ˈjuː.vjə.lə/
US/ˈjuː.vjə.lə/
Definitions of uvula noun
- Countable(可数名词)anatomy(解剖学)
The uvula is a small, fleshy structure that hangs down from the soft palate at the back of the mouth.
悬雍垂
The doctor examined her throat and observed her uvula.
医生检查了她的喉咙并观察了她的悬雍垂。
You could see her uvula at the back of her mouth when she yawned.
当她打哈欠时，你可以看到她口腔后部的悬雍垂。
The uvula can vibrate slightly during speech.
悬雍垂在说话时会轻微振动。