larynx

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n. a cartilaginous structure at the top of the trachea; contains elastic vocal cords that are the source of the vocal tone in speech

n. 喉头
[医] 喉

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larynx 来源于希腊语“laryngos”，没有明显的现代词根词缀，但可以记住它与喉部相关，常用于描述发声或呼吸的器官。

例句

1. The larynx is located in the throat and helps us speak.

喉头位于喉咙中，帮助我们说话。

2. When you have a sore throat, your larynx may become inflamed.

当你喉咙痛时，喉头可能会发炎。

3. Singers need to take care of their larynx to maintain their voice.

歌手需要保护他们的喉头，以保持声音。