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[へん(扁)·とう(桃)]
hentou
noun, no adjective

English Meaning(s) for 扁桃

noun, no adjective
  1. sweet almond (Prunus dulcis)
  2. tonsil
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Definition and Synonyms for 扁桃

Palatine Tonsil either of two masses of lymphatic tissue one on each side of the oral pharynx
Synonyms: 扁桃
Prunus Amygdalus small bushy deciduous tree native to Asia and North Africa having pretty pink blossoms and highly prized edible nuts enclosed in a hard green hull
Synonyms: アーモンド, 扁桃
Prunus Amygdalus cultivated in southern Australia and California
Synonyms: アーモンド, 扁桃

Meanings for each kanji in 扁桃

» level; small
» peach tree

Categories 扁桃 is a member of

Lymphatic Tissue tissue making up the lymphatic system
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Almond Tree any of several small bushy trees having pink or white blossoms and usually bearing nuts
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