tonsil Meaning & Definition
/ˈtɒn.sɪl/
What Does Tonsil Mean?
Tonsil is a noun that means Ellipsis of palatine tonsil. It can also mean Any of various small masses of lymphoid tissues.
Quick Facts About Tonsil
| Part of speech | noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | /ˈtɒn.sɪl/ |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Synonyms | tonsilla |
| Plural | tonsils |
Tonsil Definition (Noun)
- Ellipsis of palatine tonsil.
- Any of various small masses of lymphoid tissues.
Noun
- Either of a pair of small masses of lymphoid tissue that lie on each side of the throat and that help protect the body against infection; palatine tonsil.
- Any of various small masses of lymphoid tissues, including palatine tonsils, adenoids and lingual tonsils.
Synonyms of Tonsil
Tonsil synonyms and antonyms →Word Forms & Grammar
tonsil (plural tonsils)
Words That Rhyme With Tonsil
Origin of Tonsil
Borrowed from French tonsille or Latin tonsillae (“the tonsils in the throat”, plural). First attested in the late 16th century,
How to Pronounce Tonsil
You say tonsil as /ˈtɒn.sɪl/. It has 2 syllables, with the main stress on the first syllable (tɒn).
Questions People Ask About Tonsil
What part of speech is tonsil?
Tonsil is a noun.
What is another word for tonsil?
You can replace tonsil with words such as tonsilla. See the full list of tonsil synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of tonsil?
The plural of tonsil is tonsils.