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Definition of “oropharyngeal”

oropharyngeal (ˌɔːrəʊfəˈrɪndʒiːəl; ˌɔːrəʊˌfærɪnˈdʒiːəl) 

Definitions

adjective

  1. (anatomy) relating to the oropharynx

Example Sentences Including 'oropharyngeal'

Alcohol increases relaxation in the oropharyngeal muscles, depresses the respiratory drive, and slows up the waking response.
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