Meaning of the word larynx in English

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larynx

US /ˈler.ɪŋks/
UK /ˈlær.ɪŋks/
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Noun

the muscular organ forming an air passage to the lungs and holding the vocal cords in humans and other mammals; the voice box.

Example:
The doctor examined his larynx for any abnormalities.
Inflammation of the larynx can cause hoarseness.
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