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faucal

adjective
fau·cal | \ˈfȯkəl\

Definition of faucal 

(Entry 1 of 2)

1 : faucial

2 : formed or occurring in or near the fauces : pharyngeal

faucal

noun
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plural -s

Definition of faucal (Entry 2 of 2)

: a faucal sound

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History and Etymology for faucal

Adjective

Latin fauces + English -al

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