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lingual Definition

lin·gual (liŋ′gwəl)

adjective

  1. of the tongue
  2. of language or languages
  3. Phonet. articulated with the tongue, as (l) and (t): not widely used as a technical term

Etymology: ME < ML lingualis < L lingua: see language

noun

Phonet. a lingual sound: not widely used as a technical term

lingual Related Forms
lin′·gually adverb
lingual Usage Examples

Modifies a noun

  • nerve: The lingual nerve provides general sensation to the anterior 2/3 of the tongue.
  • surface: The following day the veneer was removed and filling material was applied to the lingual surface of the tooth.
  • aspect: The laws of the lingual aspect are those of good communication.
  • staff: We act for clients recovering volume debts on a nationwide basis, as well as collecting international debts, using multi lingual staff.
  • artery: The source of bleeding was found to be the lingual artery deep to the duct.
  • dictionary: A mono lingual dictionary can be really useful in helping to build up your learners independence.

Noun used with modifier

  • multi: The worker, who is multi lingual, has the relevant language skills to assist clients whose first language is not English.
  • bi-: Once placed, you will be happy in the knowledge that a bi- lingual team are on hand to provide support and advice throughout.