The word "pharynxes" refers to the plural form of the term "pharynx," which is the part of the throat that connects the mouth and the esophagus. Synonyms for this scientific term include the word "throat," which is often used colloquially to describe the region, and "gullet," which is a more old-fashioned term. Another synonym for "pharynx" is "nasopharynx," which refers specifically to the upper part of the structure that opens into the nasal cavity, while "oropharynx" refers to the middle part that connects the mouth and the larynx. Other related terms include the "laryngopharynx," which is the bottom part of the throat that leads to the esophagus and the "epipharynx," which is a region at the top of the nasopharynx.