An Etymological Dictionary of Astronomy and Astrophysics

A muscular and cartilaginous structure lined with mucous membrane at the upper part of the → trachea in humans, in which the → vocal cords are located (Dictionary.com).

Etymology (EN): From M.Fr. larynx, from M.L. from Gk. larynx (genitive laryngos) “the upper windpipe,” probably from laimos “throat,” influenced by pharynx “throat, windpipe.”

Etymology (PE): Hanjaré, from Ar. Hanjarah.