The narrow passage from the mouth to the pharynx, situated between the soft palate and the base of the tongue; -- called also the isthmus of the fauces. On either side of the passage two membranous folds, called the pillars of the fauces, inclose the tonsils.

the opening from the mouth into the pharynx

The passage from the mouth to the pharynx, bounded by the palatal arches, the soft palate, and the uvula.

The throat of a calyx, corolla, etc.

Latin = throat, adjective - faucial.

entrance passageway of a Roman house

A small entry room of a Roman house, just as one enters the front door. Leads to atrium.

That portion of the interior of a spiral shell which can be seen by looking into the aperture.