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tonsil
This term refers to specific lymphatic tissues that serve as the first line of defense against inhaled or ingested pathogens. While most people associate the word with the palatine tonsils at the back of the throat, it also encompasses other lymphoid masses like the lingual or pharyngeal tonsils.
In a medical context, the word often appears in discussions regarding chronic inflammation or surgical removal. Because these organs are typically paired or occur in specific sets, the word is used as a standard countable noun in clinical and everyday speech.
Meanings
Examples
My throat hurts so much that I can barely swallow.
The surgeon recommended a tonsillectomy to stop the recurring infections.
Open wide and say ah so I can see your tonsils.
I remember eating endless bowls of ice cream after my tonsils were removed.
The patient has swollen tonsils and a high fever.
The pharyngeal tonsil is also known as the adenoids.
He had to miss a week of school because of tonsillitis.