rima vestibuli
Definition
Noun: - The opening between the false vocal folds: In human anatomy, the rima vestibuli is the space or slit located between the two vestibular folds (also known as the false vocal cords) within the larynx.
Usage
The term rima vestibuli is a specialized anatomical term. It is used in medical, biological, and scientific contexts to describe a specific part of the laryngeal structure. - During the examination, the physician noted the width of the rima vestibuli. - The rima vestibuli is superior to the true vocal folds and the rima glottidis.
Advanced Usage
- Anatomical Relationships: The is part of the upper laryngeal cavity (the vestibule) and lies above the ventricle of the larynx and the true vocal folds. Its size can change during certain activities like swallowing or straining.
Variants and Related Words
- Vestibular fold (n): Also called the false vocal cord; one of the two folds of mucous membrane that bound the .
- Rima glottidis (n): The opening between the true vocal folds, located inferior to the .
- Glottis (n): The part of the larynx consisting of the true vocal folds and the ; often contrasted with the region containing the .
Synonyms
- False glottis: An older or less precise synonym for the .
- Vestibular aperture: A descriptive synonym.
Related Phrases
- To adduct the vestibular folds: A phrase describing the action of bringing the false vocal cords together, which closes the .
- To abduct the vestibular folds: A phrase describing the action of moving the false vocal cords apart, which opens the .
Noun
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the opening between the false vocal folds
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