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palate in Malay

lelangit

UK/ˈpæl.ət/

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palate in Malay: lelangit, tekak. In English, palate means a part associated with the mouth of certain invertebrates, somewhat analogous to the palate of vertebrates.

Malay words for palate

roof of the mouth
lelangit
ability to distinguish between and appreciate different flavors
tekak

English meaning of palate

  1. noun A part associated with the mouth of certain invertebrates, somewhat analogous to the palate of vertebrates.
  2. noun The hypopharynx of an insect.
  3. noun A projection in the throat of certain bilabiate flowers as the snapdragon.
  4. noun The palate of an animal, as an item of food.

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Questions about palate in Malay

What is the meaning of palate in Malay?
Palate in Malay is lelangit, tekak.
Apakah maksud palate dalam bahasa Melayu?
Palate: lelangit, tekak.
What does palate mean in English?
Palate means a part associated with the mouth of certain invertebrates, somewhat analogous to the palate of vertebrates.

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