Pha´lanx, n.; pl. phalan´ges. Commonly any bone of a finger or toe. Equivalent to internode or joint (not articulation). Properly in such application lacking the singular number, phalanges being the row or series of the small digital bones, taken collectively. (120.)
Pharynge´al, a. Pertaining to the pharynx.
Phar´ynx, n. Back compartment of the mouth, leading directly into the œsophagus.
Phren´ic, n. Pertaining to the diaphragm.
Phys´ical, a. Bodily; material. Opposed to mental or psychical.
Physiog´nomy, n. Countenance, in respect to temper of mind; general appearance, in respect to habits.
Physiol´ogy, n. Science of animal or vegetable economy; science of bodily functions, processes, operations. It is less comprehensive than biology, or the science of life, as it takes account only of material or physical, not psychical, offices.
Pi´a Ma´ter, n. Soft vascular membrane immediately investing the brain.
Pi´cine, a. Woodpecker-like.
Pictu´ra, n. Pattern of coloring.