Assertion: epiglottis | /r/CapableOf | close the opening
Facets:
value: to the larynx
type: LOCATION
value: by flapping over and protecting it
type: MANNER
Source sentences:
text: The epiglottis closes the opening to the larynx during swallowing.
text: The epiglottis is essential because it can close off the opening to the larynx by flapping over and protecting it from any food or debris or anything entering the mouth.
text: The epiglottis closes the opening to the larynx during swallowing.