plica vocalis meaning

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plica vocalis (noun): either of two pairs of folds of mucous membrane projecting into the larynx.

Definition of plica vocalis

  1. either of two pairs of folds of mucous membrane projecting into the larynx

    Synonyms: vocal cord, vocal fold, vocal band

    Type of: fold

    Kinds: false vocal cord, true vocal cord

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