geographic tongue en · NOUN
Etymology
So called because it gives the tongue a map-like appearance.
Meanings
- (uncountable) An inflammatory condition of the mucous membrane of the tongue, usually on the dorsal surface.
- (countable) A tongue affected by this condition.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| geographic tongues | Number=Plur | lexicographic |
Translations (2)
pt língua geográfica (inflammatory condition) · pt língua geográfica (tongue affected by this condition)