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syrinx
[sir-ingks]
noun
plural
syringes, syrinxesOrnithology.the vocal organ of birds, situated at or near the bifurcation of the trachea into the bronchi.
(initial capital letter)a mountain nymph of Arcadia who was transformed, in order to protect her chastity from Pan, into the reed from which Pan then made the panpipe.
a panpipe.
a narrow corridor in an ancient Egyptian tomb.
syrinx
1/ sɪˈrɪndʒɪəl, ˈɪɪŋ /
noun
the vocal organ of a bird, which is situated in the lower part of the trachea
(in classical Greek music) a panpipe or set of panpipes
anatomy another name for the Eustachian tube
Syrinx
2/ ˈɪɪŋ /
noun
Greek myth a nymph who was changed into a reed to save her from the amorous pursuit of Pan. From this reed Pan then fashioned his musical pipes
Other Word Forms
- syringeal adjective
Word History and Origins
Origin of syrinx1
Word History and Origins
Origin of syrinx1
Example Sentences
The idea was to contain HIV infections among heroin users sharing syringes.
Laid out on a table is the haul of drugs, syringes, phones and other highly-prized items intended for inmates.
"There'll be rapid tests, suture kits, syringes, oxygen supplies, vaccines and a small fridge for storing medicines," it explained in a statement.
One clinic attempted to extract the filler using syringes.
For Americans, tariffs on Chinese goods could raise prices on household items as varied as aluminum foil, syringes, toys and textiles.
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