word
Adenoid
A-duh-noyd
/ˈædʌˌnɔɪd/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
adenoid
Dictionary meaning
Relating to or resembling lymphatic glands or lymphoid tissue.
Examples
- Hypertrophy of the pharyngeal tonsils is called adenoids.
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