Adenoid
['ædɪnɒɪd] or ['ædn,ɔɪd]
Definition
(adj.) relating to or resembling lymphatic glands or lymphoid tissue .
Typist: Ted--From WordNet
Definition
(a.) Alt. of Adenoidal
Edited by Amber
Definition
adj. of a gland-like shape: glandular.
Editor: Ronda
Examples
- Intelligent expression is often lacking in children with adenoid growths. Bertha M. Clark. General Science.
- The removal of adenoids is simple, and carries with it only temporary pain and no danger. Bertha M. Clark. General Science.
- Some people find it difficult to breathe through the nostrils on account of growths, called adenoids, in the nose. Bertha M. Clark. General Science.
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