Muscular projection from the posterior edge of the soft palate.
Note: The uvula contributes to the gag reflex and is involved in shaping some sounds of human speech.
Source:
PAC, 2016, 88, 713. 'Glossary of terms used in developmental and reproductive toxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2016)' on page 818 (https://doi.org/10.1515/pac-2015-1202)