1. plural form of uvula; the small fleshy projections hanging from the back of the soft palate
Usage: anatomical term

Examples

• The doctor examined both patients’ uvulae during the throat inspection.
• Swollen uvulae can cause difficulty swallowing.
• The ENT specialist noted that the uvulae appeared normal in size.
• Some people are born with bifid uvulae, where the structure is split.
• The uvulae vibrate during snoring in some individuals.