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What does phonate mean?

Looking for the meaning or definition of the word phonate? Here's what it means.

Verb
  1. (intransitive) To make sounds with the voice.
  2. (transitive) To use the voice to make specific sounds.
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Other mammals phonate using vocal folds, as opposed to the vocal cords seen in birds and reptiles.
Therefore, the voice quality of patients with suspected airway compromise should be assessed by asking them to phonate.
The lungs and surrounding musculature provide the air stream and pressure required to phonate.

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