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subglottic (medicine) and wakan (sh)


subglottic (medicine)


subglottic
<anatomy> Situated below the glottis; applied to that part of the cavity of the larynx below the true vocal cords.

Source: Websters Dictionary


wakan (sh)




Among some American Indian tribes, a spiritual power of supernatural origin belonging to some natural objects, people, horses, and celestial and terrestrial phenomena.

Wakan can be conceived of as weak or strong powers; the weak can be ignored but the strong must be placated. Wakan beings are the immortal supernatural powers who bestow wakan; they too may be weak or strong, but are all believed to enjoy Music and smoke from pipes. Poisonous plants and reptiles can contain wakan, as can intoxicating Drinks. The concept of wakan is similar to that of mana.