WORD MEANING
Uvula meaning
YOO-vyuh-luh · noun
A small, fleshy, conical projection that hangs down from the soft palate at the back of the throat.
See all 16 words from the November 5, 2026 puzzle →Other meanings
A term used in anatomy to refer to similar structures in other animals.
In some contexts, a uvula can refer to any small, hanging appendage resembling the anatomical uvula.
Primarily used in medical and anatomical contexts.
Examples
The doctor examined the patient's uvula during the throat check.
Snoring can sometimes be caused by the uvula vibrating during sleep.