Pronunciation: /ˈɔːrɪfɪs/
noun a small opening or hole, especially one in the body such as a nostril or the mouth
A1 The dentist told me to open my mouth so he could check my orifice.
A2 The plumber used a special tool to unclog the orifice in the sink.
B1 The scientist inserted a probe into the orifice to collect samples.
B2 The engineer designed a new valve to regulate the flow through the orifice.
C1 The medical examiner carefully examined the orifice for any signs of trauma.
C2 The artist created a sculpture inspired by the intricate patterns of the orifice.
adjective relating to an opening or hole, especially in the body
A1 The dentist used a small orifice tool to clean my teeth.
A2 The orifice opening on the bottle was too small to pour the liquid out easily.
B1 The orifice size of the pipe needed to be adjusted for better water flow.
B2 The orifice shape of the keyhole made it difficult to unlock the door.
C1 The orifice diameter of the telescope lens was crucial for capturing clear images of the stars.
C2 The orifice design of the air conditioning unit allowed for efficient cooling of the room.
formal The doctor examined the patient's nasal orifice for signs of infection.
informal Make sure to clean out your ear orifice regularly to prevent wax build-up.
slang I can't believe he stuck his finger in her mouth orifice!
figurative The company's financial losses were like a gaping orifice that couldn't be stopped.
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