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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

tonsil

/tɒnzɪl/ noun · British & US
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What does tonsil mean?

noun

A mass of lymphoid tissue located on either side of the back of the throat, involved in the immune system. A tonsillectomy is the surgical removal of the tonsils.

Example

"The doctor examined the patient's tonsil to check for any signs of infection."

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