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uvulae

/ˈju.vjəˌli/

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noun

Úvula

The fleshy appendage that hangs from the back of the palate, that closes the nasopharynx during swallowing.

Examples :

"The doctor asked Sarah to open her mouth wide so she could check her uvulae for any signs of swelling or infection. "

El médico le pidió a Sarah que abriera bien la boca para poder revisar su úvula en busca de signos de hinchazón o infección.

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La ligera elevación en la membrana mucosa inmediatamente detrás del orificio uretral interno de la vejiga urinaria, causada por el lóbulo medio de la próstata

The slight elevation in the mucous membrane immediately behind the internal urethral orifice of the urinary bladder, caused by the middle lobe of the prostate.

Examples :

"The doctor explained that the patient's enlarged prostate was causing pressure on the uvulae in his bladder, leading to difficulty urinating. "

El médico explicó que la próstata agrandada del paciente estaba ejerciendo presión sobre la elevación en su vejiga, lo que provocaba dificultad para orinar.

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Badajo

An object so suspended inside a bell that it may hit the bell and cause it to ring; a clapper.

Examples :

"The small uvulae inside the wind chimes danced in the breeze, creating a gentle, tinkling melody. "

Los pequeños badajos dentro de los móviles de viento bailaban con la brisa, creando una suave y tintineante melodía.

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