Part of the palate Crossword Clue
5 letters · New York Times · Saturday, February 26, 2022 · 33-Down
Appeared in 1 New York Times Crossword: Saturday, February 26, 2022.
Exact puzzle match · New York Times · February 26, 2022 · 33-Down · 5 letters
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a small pendant fleshy lobe at the back of the soft palate
noun
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