How to Pronounce "orifices"
word
ˈɔɹəfəsəz
AW-ruh-fuh-siz
ˈɒɹɪfɪsɪz
OR-ih-fih-siz
Definition
Orifices are openings or holes in a body or surface, especially referring to natural body openings in people or animals.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɔɹəfəsəz
British English
ˈɒɹɪfɪsɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AW-ruh-fuh-siz
UK
OR-ih-fih-siz
Listen in Context
Doctors examined the patient's body orifices for signs of infection.
The machine has several orifices where fluids can enter or exit.
Snails breathe through small orifices on their bodies.
If you look closely, you'll see tiny orifices near the roots of the plant.