epiglottis (Crossword)
We didn't find an exact match for “Epiglottis” but this clue may be related:
- Epiglottis, for one ( = FLAP)
We didn't find answers to the clue “Epiglottis” but we did find clues
where “Epiglottis” could be the answer:
- Cartilaginous structure
- Digestive system component
- Keeps food from entering the trachea.
- Malfunctioning toilets contain animal`s body part
- Part of the throat
These clues may also be related:
- Epiglottis setting ( = THROAT)
Definitions of “epiglottis”
If the answer you seek is not in the answers above these definitions may help solving your crossword puzzle.• A flap of cartilage that covers the windpipe while swallowing
• Flap of cartilage that covers the larynx during swallowing
• (Humans as organisms) small flap at the back of the tongue
• A flap of cartilage that covers over the windpipe when swallowing
• (ep;u1-glot;is) A leaflike structure positioned on top of the larynx
• Greek epi = upon, and glottis = larynx, hence the uppermost part of the larynx
• A thin, valvelike, cartilaginous structure that covers the glottis during swallowing
• The flap that covers the trachea during swallowing so that food does not enter the lungs
• The cartilagenous structure which overhangs the larynx to prevent food entering it when swallowing
• The epiglottis is a flap that is made of elastic cartilage tissue covered with a mucous membrane
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