Definition

Related to the tonsils, which are two small masses of lymphatic tissue located at the back of the throat.

Example

The doctor examined the tonsilar tissue for any signs of infection.

Conversation

I heard that the doctor mentioned something about tonsilar issues during my last check-up.

Oh really? What does that mean exactly?

It has to do with the tonsils, which can get swollen or infected.

Got it! I hope you don't have to deal with any tonsilar problems.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Tonsilar** → It is derived from "tonsilla" (from Latin, meaning tonsil) and the suffix "-ar" (meaning pertaining to). The word "tonsilar" refers to something that is related to the tonsils.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for tonsil, 'tonsilla', to remember that 'tonsilar' means related to the tonsils.

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