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In some senses, oropharyngeal is marked as informal. Watch for register when choosing this word.
oropharyngeal
UK /ˌɔː.ɹəʊ.fəˈɹɪn.d͡ʒi.əl/ US /ˌɔɹ.əˌfɛɹ.ənˈd͡ʒi.əl/
adj 2noun 1
Definitions
adj
1
Of or pertaining to both the mouth and the pharynx.
2
Of or pertaining to the oropharynx.
noun
1
Ellipsis of oropharyngeal airway (“an adjunct device used to open and secure a patient's airway during emergencies”).
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