Synonyms for pharynx
- noun
Most common
Definitions
- n. 1
The part of the alimentary canal and respiratory tract that extends from the back of the mouth and nasal cavity to the larynx and esophagus.
Related words
- Word family
- pharyngeal
Forms
- Plural
- pharynxes → throats…
Example sentences
- throat When I got up today, my throat felt a little sore.
Popularity over time
| Word | 1850 → 2019 | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| pharynx | falling | |
| throat | rising |
Use in printed books, per decade from 1850 to 2019.
By length
- 6 letters
- throat1