Meaning of the word "vocal fold" in English
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vocal fold
US /ˈvoʊ.kəl foʊld/
UK /ˈvoʊ.kəl foʊld/
Noun
1.
either of two pairs of folds of mucous membrane in the larynx that are stretched horizontally across the glottis and vibrate to produce sound when air is expelled from the lungs.
Example:
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The doctor examined her vocal folds for any abnormalities.
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Singers often need to take care of their vocal folds to maintain their voice.
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