What is another word for black tongue?
Pronunciation: [blˈak tˈʌŋ] (IPA) 
Black tongue is a term used to describe a medical condition where the tongue turns black or dark in color. The condition is often linked to poor oral hygiene, medication use, or underlying health issues. However, there are various synonyms for the term "black tongue," including lingua villosa nigra, oral hairy leukoplakia, and melanotic macule. Lingua villosa nigra is a harmless condition where the papillae (tiny bumps on the tongue) grow longer, trapping bacteria and debris, resulting in a dark discoloration. Oral hairy leukoplakia is a viral infection that causes white patches on the tongue that eventually turn black. Melanotic macule is a pigmented lesion that results in dark discoloration on the tongue.
