noun
- the small fleshy projection hanging from the soft palate at the back of the throat
Usage: anatomy
Examples
- The doctor examined her uvula during the throat inspection.
- Some people have their uvula removed to reduce snoring.
- The uvula helps with speech and swallowing.
- He could see his uvula when he opened his mouth wide in the mirror.
- The uvula vibrates when some people snore.
- Inflammation of the uvula can cause difficulty swallowing.