Pterygomaxillary

//ˌtɛ.ɹɪɡ.ə(ʊ).makˈsɪl.ə.ɹi// adj

adj ·Rare ·Advanced level

Definitions

Adjective
  1. 1
    Of or pertaining to the pterygoid process of the sphenoid bone and the maxilla. not-comparable, relational

Etymology

From pterygo- + maxillary.

Related phrases

pterygomaxillary fissurepterygomaxillary fossa

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