Alisphenoid

//alɪˈsfiːnɔɪd// adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The greater wing of the sphenoid bone
Adjective
  1. 1
    Relating to or forming the wing of the sphenoid bone. not-comparable
  2. 2
    Relating to a bone in the base of the skull, which in the adult is often consolidated with the sphenoid. not-comparable

    "alisphenoid bone"

Synonyms

All synonyms
greater wing

Etymology

From ali- + sphenoid.

Related phrases

sphenoid bone

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