lingual
IPA: ɫˈɪŋgwʌɫ
noun
- (phonetics) A sound articulated with the tongue.
adjective
- (anatomy, dentistry, relational) Related to, near, or on the side toward the tongue.
- (phonetics) Articulated with the tongue.
- (linguistics, relational) Related to language or linguistics.
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Examples of "lingual" in Sentences
- The lingual muscles are responsible for helping us form different sounds when we speak
- Bilingual individuals have the ability to speak and write fluently in two languages
- The lingual papillae on the tongue help us taste different flavors
- Some people struggle with lingual barriers when trying to communicate with others
- The lingual nerve provides sensation to the tongue and helps with swallowing
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