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tonsil
ton·sil T0264500 (tŏn′səl)n. A small oral mass of lymphoid tissue, especially either of two such masses embedded in the lateral walls of the opening between the mouth and the pharynx, of uncertain function, but believed to help protect the body from respiratory infections.
[From Latin tōnsillae, tonsils, diminutive of tōlēs, swollen tonsils.]
ton′sil·lar adj.tonsil (ˈtɒnsəl) n1. (Anatomy) Also called: palatine tonsil either of two small masses of lymphatic tissue situated one on each side of the back of the mouth. 2. (Anatomy) anatomy any small rounded mass of tissue, esp lymphatic tissue[C17: from Latin tōnsillae (pl) tonsils, of uncertain origin] ˈtonsillar, ˈtonsillary adjton•sil (ˈtɒn səl)
n. a prominent oval mass of lymphoid tissue on each side of the throat. [1595–1605; < Latin tōnsillae (pl.)] ton′sil•lar, adj. Thesaurus| Noun | 1. |  tonsil - either of two masses of lymphatic tissue one on each side of the oral pharynxfaucial tonsil, palatine tonsil, tonsillalymphatic tissue, lymphoid tissue - tissue making up the lymphatic systemnasopharynx - cavity forming the upper part of the pharynx |
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adjectives tonsillar, tonsillary, amygdalineTranslationstonsil (ˈtonsil) noun either of two lumps of tissue at the back of the throat. He had to have his tonsils (taken) out. 扁桃腺 扁桃腺ˌtonsilˈlitis (tonsiˈlaitis) noun painful inflammation of the tonsils. She had / was suffering from tonsillitis. 扁桃腺炎 扁桃腺炎tonsil
tonsil tennisslang Open-mouthed kissing in which both partners' tongues touch. There's this area behind the school where lots of couples go to play tonsil tennis.See also: tennis, tonsiltonsil hockeyslang Open-mouthed kissing in which both partners' tongues touch. There's this area behind the school where lots of couples go to play tonsil hockey.See also: hockey, tonsilplay tonsil hockeyslang To kiss very amorously, with mouths open and tongues touching. There's this area behind the school where lots of couples go to play tonsil hockey. I went to see a movie with Tom and his girlfriend, but they just played tonsil hockey through the whole thing!See also: hockey, play, tonsilplay tonsil hockey tv. to kiss deeply, using the tongue. Kids sit around in cars, playing tonsil hockey all evening. See also: hockey, play, tonsiltonsil bath n. liquor; a drink of liquor. I could use a little tonsil bath about now. See also: bath, tonsiltonsil hockey1. n. oral sex performed on the penis; fellatio. (Usually objectionable.) Give him a good round of tonsil hockey, and you’ve got a customer for life. 2. n. French kissing. The two kids spent the rest of the evening playing tonsil hockey. See also: hockey, tonsiltonsil paint and tonsil varnish n. liquor; whiskey. The cowboy had to have his daily dose of tonsil paint before he stuffed his face full of beans and hardtack. This tonsil varnish would take the paint off a barn. See also: paint, tonsiltonsil varnish verbSee tonsil paintSee also: tonsil, varnishtonsil
tonsil1. either of two small masses of lymphatic tissue situated one on each side of the back of the mouth 2. Anatomy any small rounded mass of tissue, esp lymphatic tissue Tonsil Localized aggregation of diffuse and nodular lymphoid tissue found in the region where the nasal and oral cavities open into the pharynx. The tonsils are important sources of blood lymphocytes. They often become inflamed and enlarged, necessitating surgical removal. The two palatine (faucial) tonsils are almond-shaped bodies measuring 1 by 0.5 in. (2.5 by 1.2 cm) and are embedded between folds of tissue connecting the pharynx and posterior part of the tongue with the soft palate. These are the structures commonly known as the tonsils. The lingual tonsil occupies the posterior part of the tongue surface. It is really a collection of 35–100 separate tonsillar units, each having a single crypt surrounded by lymphoid tissue. Each tonsil forms a smooth swelling about 0.08– 0.16 in. (2–4 mm) in diameter. The pharyngeal tonsil (called adenoids when enlarged) occupies the roof of the nasal part of the pharynx. This tonsil may enlarge to block the nasal passage, forcing mouth breathing. See Lymphatic system tonsil[′tän·səl] (anatomy) Localized aggregation of diffuse and nodular lymphoid tissue found in the throat where the nasal and oral cavities open into the pharynx. palatine tonsil tonsil
tonsil [ton´sil] 1. a small, rounded mass of tissue.2. one of the fleshy masses of lymphoid tissue at the back of the throat. adj., adj ton´sillar.
There are three different kinds of tonsils: the palatine tonsils are a pair of oval-shaped structures about the size of almonds, partially embedded in the mucous membrane, one on each side of the back of the throat. The lingual tonsils are below the palatine tonsils at the base of the tongue. The pharyngeal tonsils, or adenoids, are on the upper rear wall of the mouth cavity; they are of fair size in childhood but usually shrink after puberty. The tonsils are part of the lymphatic system and help to filter the circulating lymph of bacteria and any other foreign material that may enter the body, especially through the mouth and nose. In the process of fighting infection the palatine tonsils and the adenoids sometimes become enlarged and inflamed (see tonsillitis).tonsil of cerebellum a rounded mass forming part of the cerebellum on its inferior surface.ton·sil (ton'sil), 1. Intramucosal collection of lymphocytes or aggregated lymphoid tissue closely associated with the overlying epithelium, including the pharyngeal tonsil (adenoid), palatine tonsil, and lingual tonsil, that collectively form a lymphoepithelial ring in the pharynx. 2. Synonym(s): palatine tonsil3. An anatomic structure resembling the palatine tonsil in form. [L. tonsilla, a stake, in pl. the tonsils] tonsil (tŏn′səl)n. A small oral mass of lymphoid tissue, especially either of two such masses embedded in the lateral walls of the opening between the mouth and the pharynx, of uncertain function, but believed to help protect the body from respiratory infections.
ton′sil·lar adj.ton·sil (ton'sil) 1. Any collection of lymphoid tissue. 2. Synonym(s): palatine tonsil. [L. tonsilla, a stake, as a pl., the tonsils]tonsil (ton'sil) [L. tonsilla, almond] 1. A mass of lymphoid tissue in the mucous membranes of the pharynx and base of the tongue. The free surface of each tonsil is covered with stratified squamous epithelium that forms deep indentations, or crypts, extending into the substance of the tonsil. The palatine tonsils, pharyngeal tonsils (adenoids), and lingual tonsils form a ring of immunologically active tissue.  INFLAMED TONSILS: Source: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention2. A rounded mass on the inferior surface of the cerebellum lying lateral to the uvula.Infection of the TonsilsTonsils detect and respond to pathogens entering the body through the mouth and nose. Inflammation of the tonsils (tonsillitis) occurs during upper respiratory infections caused by common viruses. Beta-hemolytic streptococci or, occasionally, Staphylococcus aureus infections may occur as primary infections or follow viral infections, most commonly in children and immunocompromised adults. Clinically, the patient will have enlarged, reddened, tender glands, often coated with inflammatory exudate, which may form a pseudomembrane. The tonsils may stay enlarged after multiple infections and are sometimes surgically removed (tonsillectomy). See: illustration Rheumatic fever, an autoimmune inflammatory disease, develops 2 to 3 weeks after streptococcal infections in about 3% of patients; it is believed that antibodies against streptococcal pharyngitis cross-react with antigens in the heart and joints. cerebellar tonsilOne of a pair of cerebellar lobules on either side of the uvula, projecting from the inferior surface of the cerebellum.faucial tonsilPalatine tonsil.lingual tonsilA mass of lymphoid tissue located in the root of the tongue.nasal tonsilLymphoid tissue on the nasal septum.palatine tonsilTwo oval masses of lymphoid tissue that lie in the tonsillar fossa on each side of the oral pharynx between the glossopalatine and pharyngopalatine arches. They are commonly known as the tonsils. Synonym: faucial tonsilpharyngeal tonsilLymphoid tissue on the roof of the posterior superior wall of the nasopharynx. It is commonly called adenoids. See: adenoidtubal tonsilLymphoid tissue located in the mucous membrane of the tube connecting the middle ear to the nasopharynx.tonsil 1. An oval mass of lymphoid tissue, of variable size, situated on the back of the throat on either side of the soft palate. 2. Any bodily structure resembling the palatine tonsil. tonsil one of the two large outgrowths at the back of the human oral cavity which have a lymphatic function. The tissue can become infected, resulting in considerable soreness and general ill-health. The removal of children's tonsils by surgery (tonsillectomy) used to be common, but is less popular nowadays.ton·sil (ton'sil) 1. Intramucosal collection of lymphocytes or aggregated lymphoid tissue closely associated with overlying epithelium, including pharyngeal tonsil (adenoid), palatine tonsil, and lingual tonsil, which collectively form a lymphoepithelial ring in pharynx. 2. Synonym(s): palatine tonsil. 3. An anatomic structure resembling palatine tonsil in form. [L. tonsilla, a stake, as a pl, the tonsils]Patient discussion about tonsilQ. how do i cure tonsil stones (tonsiloth)? A. There are very little literature about this subject, but I heard about treatment in which the crypts (deep and narrow grooves on the tongue in which the stones form) are burned with laser.
As far as I know these stones don't cause damage by themselves so it's not such a common treatment.
You may read more here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tonsillolith
Q. When should the tonsils and/or adenoids should be removed? A. Currently the tonsillectomy is recommended in the presence of 6 episodes of throat infection (Group A strep pharyngitis) in one year or 3-4 episodes in each of 2years. Adenoidectomy may be recommended when tympanostomy tube surgery (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tympanostomy_tube) failed to prevent ear infection.
Another thing to consider is the presence of oral breathing - the constant use of the mouth for breathing in small children may lead to malformation of the facial bones that would necessitate more extensive surgeries later in life.
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Synonyms for tonsilnoun either of two masses of lymphatic tissue one on each side of the oral pharynxSynonyms- faucial tonsil
- palatine tonsil
- tonsilla
Related Words- lymphatic tissue
- lymphoid tissue
- nasopharynx
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