glottis

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glot·tis | \ ˈglä-təs

plural glottises or glottides\ ˈglä-tə-ˌdēz

Definition of glottis

: the elongated space between the vocal cords also : the structures that surround this space — compare epiglottis

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Recent Examples on the Web These big, open passages inside the mouth cavity, namely the glottis and the Eustachian tubes, allow sound to pass through the animal and reach the eardrums from the inside as well as the more traditional external route. — Alex Fox, Smithsonian Magazine, "This Frog’s Lungs Work Like Noise-Cancelling Headphones," 4 Mar. 2021 But when the glottis is closed, the air can’t move out, so tremendous pressure builds up in the air passages. — Howard Lewine, sun-sentinel.com, "A lingering cough should be checked by doctor," 2 Oct. 2019 Finally, the glottis swings open and the air rushes out. — Howard Lewine, sun-sentinel.com, "A lingering cough should be checked by doctor," 2 Oct. 2019 Next, the glottis snaps shut, putting a lid over the trachea, or windpipe. — Howard Lewine, sun-sentinel.com, "A lingering cough should be checked by doctor," 2 Oct. 2019

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“Glottis.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/glottis. Accessed 14 May. 2021.

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glottis

noun

English Language Learners Definition of glottis

medical : the opening between the vocal cords in your throat

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glottis

noun

glot·tis | \ ˈglät-əs

plural glottises or glottides\ -ə-ˌdēz

Medical Definition of glottis

: the space between one of the true vocal cords and the arytenoid cartilage on one side of the larynx and those of the other side also : the structures that surround this space — compare epiglottis