tussicular

/tʌsɪkʊˈlɑr/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of the voice, especially the human voice, in relation to its tone, timbre, or resonance.

“The singer’s tussicular control allowed her to produce a wide range of tonal colors.”

2. noun

A tussicule or tussiculus, a small voice-producing organ in some invertebrates.

“The scientist studied the tussicular structures of the insect’s vocal apparatus.”

Synonyms

  • sonorous
  • vocal

Antonyms

  • inaudible
  • muted