lingualis

/lɪŋˈɡwɑːlɪs/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the tongue or the sense of taste.

“The lingualis muscles are responsible for moving the tongue in the mouth.”

2. noun

a term used in anatomy to describe a structure related to the tongue.

“The lingualis nerve plays a crucial role in transmitting sensory information from the tongue.”

Synonyms

  • glossal
  • tongue-related

Antonyms

  • glossal
  • non-tongue-related