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fauces
3 English words descend from Latin
fauces
, most common first.
faucal
Relating to the fauces, or opening of the throat; faucial.
fauces
The narrow passage from the mouth to the pharynx, situated between the soft palate and the base of the tongue.
faucial
Pertaining to the fauces; pharyngeal.