choanae
/ˈkoʊəniː/
noun
- The plural form of choana; the two openings at the back of the nasal cavity that connect the nose to the throat.
- The choanae allow air to flow from the nasal passages into the throat.
- In fish, the choanae are internal nostrils that help with breathing air.
- The doctor examined the patient's choanae for any signs of infection.