false vocal cord

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false vocal cord

A singer practices using her false vocal cords to support a long note.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Either of the upper two vocal cords that are not involved in vocalization: The "false vocal cord" refers to a pair of folds of mucous membrane located above the true vocal cords in the larynx. They do not typically vibrate to produce sound for speech but play a role in other functions.
Usage
  • The term "false vocal cord" is used in anatomy, physiology, and medicine to describe specific structures in the larynx. It is a technical term.
  • It is often used in contrast to the "true vocal cords" (or vocal folds), which are the primary sound-producing structures.
Examples
  • Noun:
    • During the examination, the doctor noted inflammation in the patient's false vocal cord.
    • The false vocal cord, or vestibular fold, helps protect the airway during swallowing.
Advanced Usage
  • Anatomical Context: In detailed anatomical descriptions, the "false vocal cord" is also known as the "vestibular fold" or "ventricular fold." It forms the lower boundary of the laryngeal ventricle.
    • The study focused on the mucosal wave pattern of the false vocal cord.
  • Functional Role: While not for phonation, the false vocal cords can be involved in certain types of vocalization, such as deep growling or throat singing techniques, and in airway protection.
    • Some vocalists learn to engage the false vocal cords to produce distortion effects.
Variants and Related Words
  • Vestibular fold (n): A synonym for "false vocal cord," emphasizing its location in the vestibule of the larynx.
  • Ventricular fold (n): Another synonym, referring to its position bordering the laryngeal ventricle.
  • True vocal cord (n): The primary pair of folds used for sound production, located inferior to the false vocal cords. Also called the "vocal fold."
Synonyms
  • Vestibular fold
  • Ventricular fold
  • (Less common) Superior vocal cord
Notes
  • The "false vocal cord" is a fixed anatomical structure. There are no phrasal verbs or idioms associated with this specific technical term.
  • It is important to distinguish this term from the "true vocal cords," as they have different functions.
false vocal cord

A singer practices using her false vocal cords to support a long note.

Noun
  1. either of the upper two vocal cords that are not involved in vocalization

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