otolaryngology

Definition

The medical specialty for treating diseases of the ear, nose, and throat—basically the medical equivalent of a three-for-one deal. These doctors are the reason you can hear your terrible jokes, smell your own coffee, and eat your food without choking.

Example Usage

She consulted an otolaryngology specialist about her chronic sinus infections.

Source: Merriam-Webster; medical terminology

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