Copula linguae
Copula linguae
Copula linguae (pronunciation: /koʊˈpyuːlə ˈlɪŋɡweɪ/) is a term used in anatomy to refer to the part of the tongue that is attached to the floor of the mouth. The term is derived from the Latin words 'copula' meaning 'link' or 'tie', and 'linguae' meaning 'of the tongue'.
Anatomy
The copula linguae is the part of the tongue that is not freely moving. It is attached to the floor of the mouth by a thin, fibrous membrane known as the lingual frenulum. This part of the tongue plays a crucial role in speech and swallowing.
Related Terms
- Lingual frenulum: The thin, fibrous membrane that connects the copula linguae to the floor of the mouth.
- Oral cavity: The mouth, which houses the copula linguae.
- Speech: The process of producing sounds, in which the copula linguae plays a crucial role.
- Swallowing: The process of passing food and drink from the mouth to the stomach, in which the copula linguae is involved.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Copula linguae
- Wikipedia's article - Copula linguae
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