supraglottal
/ˌsuːprəˈɡlɒtl/ /ˌsjuːprəˈɡlɒtl/Now chiefly Phonetics
adjective
1Located above the glottis.
- In this sense, supraglottic is now the usual term in anatomical and zoological contexts; supraglottal is more commonly used in phonetics..
2 Phonetics. Of or relating to the part of the vocal tract located above the glottis; (of a speech sound or articulation) produced in this part of the vocal tract (rather than in the larynx).
- Used interchangeably with supralaryngeal..
noun
Each of the parts of the vocal tract located above the glottis. rare.
Origin
Mid 19th century. From supra- + glottal. Compare earlier supraglottic.
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