labionasal

/ˌlæbɪoʊˈneɪzəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the labium and the nasal cavity

“The labionasal connection in the human respiratory system plays a crucial role in the sound production during speech.”

2. noun

a labionasal sound or the labionasal region in the oral cavity

“The labionasal area is a complex structure that includes the alveolar ridge, the hard palate, and the upper lip.”

Synonyms

  • labial
  • labiovelar

Antonyms

  • oral
  • pharyngeal