Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or affecting the tonsils

“The tonsillary infection caused him a lot of discomfort.”

2. noun

a tonsil, especially one that is inflamed or diseased

“The doctor examined the tonsillary growth in the patient’s throat.”

3. adverb

in a tonsillary manner or relating to tonsils

“The tonsillary tissue in her throat was highly inflamed.”