Epiglottis, a cartilaginous valve which partly closes the aperture of the larynx. See LARYNX, and DIGESTION.
Epiglottis
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Epiglottis, a cartilaginous valve which partly closes the aperture of the larynx. See LARYNX, and DIGESTION.