Between the plica triangularis and the surface of the palatine tonsils is a space known as the tonsillar fossa (or tonsillar sinus); in many cases, however, this sinus is obliterated by its walls becoming adherent. ...
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The depression between the palatoglossal and palatopharyngeal arches occupied by the palatine tonsil. ... Synonym: fossa tonsillaris, amygdaloid fossa, sinus tonsillaris. ... (05 Mar 2000) ...
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the depression in which a palatine tonsil is lodged.
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Type: Term Definitions: 1. the depression between the palatoglossal and palatopharyngeal arches occupied by the palatine tonsil. Synonyms: fossa tonsillaris, sinus tonsillaris, amygdaloid fossa, tonsillar sinus
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