Definition

A medical instrument that is used to look inside the voice box (larynx) by being inserted through the mouth.

Example

The doctor used a laryngoscope to check for any issues in the patient's throat.

Conversation

I heard the doctor used a laryngoscope during my cousin's check-up.

Oh really? What did they find out?

They said everything looked good, thankfully.

That's great news! It must have been a relief for your cousin.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Laryngoscope → It is formed from "larynx" (from Greek "larynx", meaning the organ of voice) and "-scope" (from Greek "skopein", meaning to look or examine). The word "laryngoscope" refers to an instrument used to look at the larynx or voice box.

Memory Tip

Think of the 'larynx' as the organ of voice that you are 'looking at' with the '-scope', which means to examine. This helps you remember that a laryngoscope is used to examine the voice box.

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