Question

define epiglottis please in short​

Answer 1

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• epiglottis. [ ĕp′ĭ-glŏt′ĭs ] A thin, triangular plate of cartilage at the base of the tongue that covers the glottis during swallowing to keep food from entering the trachea.

Answer 2

Answer:

The epiglottis is a small, movable "lid" just above the larynx that prevents food and drink from entering your windpipe.