🗣️throat

noun
/θroʊt/

Meaning

the front part of the neck, containing the pharynx and larynx
the passage that leads from the back of the mouth to the stomach and lungs; the front part of the neck

Example Sentences

He felt a lump in his throat while speaking.

He had a sore throat and couldn't speak clearly.

Synonyms

neck, gullet, pharynx
Entry 1
neck, gullet
Entry 2
gullet, neck, pharynx

Antonyms

none

Collocations

sore throat, clear your throat, throat infection, deep throat
Entry 1
sore throat, clear your throat
Entry 2
sore throat, clear your throat, throat infection, deep throat

More Example Sentences

My throat hurts.

My throat is itchy.

Patient: I have cough and sore throat.

My throat is sore and I am finding it difficult to swallow.

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