soft palate

noun

: the fold at the back of the hard palate that partially separates the mouth from the pharynx

Examples of soft palate in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Endoscopy results that do not show soft palate collapse No other significant findings that would prevent adequate performance of the device Risks and Side Effects As with all surgeries, there are risks and potential side effects to hypoglossal nerve stimulator implants. —Valerie Cacho, Verywell Health, 7 Feb. 2025

Usually, people refer to the palantine tonsils visible at the back of the throat, but tonsillar tissue also includes lingual (located in the base of the tongue), tubal (upper throat behind nose, above soft palate) and adenoid (high in throat behind the nose). —Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 4 Feb. 2025

Mouth taping can aid in the jaw, tongue, and soft palate into a position that would reduce mouth obstruction according to our expert. —Celeste Polanco, Essence, 17 Jan. 2025

Spicy orchard fruits define the luscious, soft palate underpinned by caramel, vanilla ice cream, and delightful woody mahogany layers. —Joseph V Micallef, Forbes, 14 Jan. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1749, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for soft palate

• alate
• ballot
• fallot
• mallet
• palette
• pallet
• shallot

Medical Definition

soft palate

noun

: the membranous and muscular fold suspended from the posterior margin of the hard palate and partially separating the mouth cavity from the pharynx