Definizione monolingua

adenoid

adenoid (plural adenoids)

1. (anatomy) One of two folds of lymphatic tissue covered by ciliated epithelium. They are found in the roof and posterior wall of the nasopharynx at the back of the throat behind the uvula. They may obstruct normal breathing and make speech difficult when swollen, a condition often called adenitis.

adenoid (not comparable)

1. (anatomy) Of or relating to lymphatic glands or lymphoid tissue; lymphoid.

Definizione dizionario adenoid

	adenoide
	folds of lymphatic tissue covered by ciliated epithelium

Altri significati:

(anatomy) Of or relating to lymphatic glands or lymphoid tissue; lymphoid.

(anatomy) One of two folds of lymphatic tissue covered by ciliated epithelium. They are found in the roof and posterior wall of the nasopharynx at the back of the throat behind the uvula. They may obstruct normal breathing and make speech difficult when swollen, a condition often called adenitis.