1. relating to or denoting either of two small cartilages of the larynx to which the vocal cords are attached
Usage: anatomy; medical

1. either of the two small pyramid-shaped cartilages in the larynx that control the vocal cords
Usage: anatomy; medical

Examples

• The arytenoid cartilages are essential structures in voice production.
• Damage to the arytenoid can result in voice changes or hoarseness.
• The arytenoid muscles help control the opening and closing of the vocal cords.
• During laryngoscopy, the doctor examined the patient's arytenoid cartilages.
• The arytenoid joint allows for rotation and sliding movements of the cartilages.