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Last uploaded: January 16, 2025
Id http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D014059
http://purl.bioontology.org/ontology/MESH/D014059
Preferred Name

Tongue

Definitions
A muscular organ in the mouth that is covered with pink tissue called mucosa, tiny bumps called papillae, and thousands of taste buds. The tongue is anchored to the mouth and is vital for chewing, swallowing, and for speech.
Synonyms
Tongues
Type http://www.w3.org/2002/07/owl#Class
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