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Definition of sialosyrinx
sialosyrinx
/ˌsaɪ.ə.loʊˈsɪr.ɪŋks/
si · al · o · syr · inx
Plural:sialosyringes
sialosyrinx Lexical Profile
CEFR
C2
Grade
13
Tier
3
Usage
Rare
• noun
1
An abnormal tube-like passage or fistula in a salivary gland or its duct.
Example
"The maxillofacial surgeon diagnosed the patient with a sialosyrinx after observing abnormal fluid drainage from the parotid duct."
2
A specialized syringe historically used for injecting fluids into or draining the salivary ducts.
Example
"Nineteenth-century medical texts occasionally mention the use of a sialosyrinx to treat localized blockages in the submandibular glands."
Synonyms
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Greek words 'sialon' meaning 'saliva' and 'syrinx' meaning 'pipe' or 'tube'.
Cite this Entry
Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Sialosyrinx. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Oct 16, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/sialosyrinx