Lingual
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈlɪŋ.ɡwəl/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Lingual is an adjective meaning (anatomy, dentistry, relational) Related to, near, or on the side toward the tongue.
Meaning
(anatomy, dentistry, relational) Related to, near, or on the side toward the tongue.
More Meanings
- (linguistics, relational) Related to language or linguistics.
- (phonetics) A sound articulated with the tongue.
Word Forms
- linguals
Synonyms for lingual
Depending on context, synonyms include tonguely, glossal, linguistic.
Antonyms for lingual
Common opposites include nonlinguistic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include linguistic, verbal, oral, vocal, glossal, lexical.
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