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Etymology of the English word pharynx

the English word pharynx
derived from the New Latin word pharynx
derived from the Greek word pharunx, φάρυγξ, ϕάρυγξ (throat)

Derivations in English

cytopharynx, hypopharynx, laryngopharynx, nasopharynx, oropharynx

Usage

Word found in Modern English



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