Lingual: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ฃ๏ธ
lingual
[ หlษชลษกwษl ]
language learning
Relating to language or linguistics.
Synonyms
language-related, linguistic.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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lingual |
Usually refers to aspects related to the tongue or language. Often used in medical or anatomical contexts.
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language-related |
Used when describing something directly connected to languages in a general sense. This term is broad and can be applied in various contexts.
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linguistic |
Related to or dealing with specific languages, rather than general properties of language. Used broadly but often in professional or academic discussions.
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Examples of usage
- Lingual diversity is celebrated in our multicultural society.
- She has a keen interest in lingual studies.
anatomy
Of, relating to, or involving the tongue.
Synonyms
tongue-related.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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lingual |
This word is often used in more formal or academic settings. It can refer to anything related to language or the tongue.
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tongue-related |
This phrase is less formal and often used in everyday conversation to describe something directly associated with the tongue, such as physiological features or sensations.
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Examples of usage
- The lingual nerve provides sensation to the tongue.
- The lingual tonsils are located at the base of the tongue.
Translations
Translations of the word "lingual" in other languages:
๐ต๐น lingual
๐ฎ๐ณ เคญเคพเคทเคพเค
๐ฉ๐ช lingual
๐ฎ๐ฉ lingual
๐บ๐ฆ ะปัะฝะณะฒะฐะปัะฝะธะน
๐ต๐ฑ jฤzykowy
๐ฏ๐ต ่จ่ชใฎ
๐ซ๐ท lingual
๐ช๐ธ lingual
๐น๐ท dilsel
๐ฐ๐ท ์ธ์ด์
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุบูู
๐จ๐ฟ lingvรกlnรญ
๐ธ๐ฐ linguรกlny
๐จ๐ณ ่ฏญ่จ็
๐ธ๐ฎ jezikovni
๐ฎ๐ธ tungumรกl
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะปะธะฝะณะฒะธััะธะบะฐะปัา
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแก
๐ฆ๐ฟ dil
๐ฒ๐ฝ lingual
Etymology
The word 'lingual' originates from the Latin word 'lingua' meaning 'tongue' or 'language'. Over time, it has evolved to encompass both meanings, referring to language as well as the tongue anatomically. The dual nature of the word highlights the intricate connection between language and the human body.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #16,734, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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