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Tonsilla

Definition:

Tonsilla refers to either of two small, oval-shaped masses of lymphoid tissue located at the back of the throat, one on each side of the pharynx. Tonsilla is more commonly known as tonsils.

Senses:

1. Anatomy: Either of the two tonsils located on each side of the pharynx.
2. Medicine: The removal of tonsils through a surgical procedure called a tonsillectomy.

Sample Sentences:

1. I have been suffering from a sore throat due to inflamed tonsillas.

2. After years of recurring tonsillitis, she finally decided to undergo tonsilla removal surgery.

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