HyperDic: symphysion

English > 1 sense of the word symphysion:
NOUNbodysymphysionthe most forward point of the alveolar process of the mandible
English > symphysion: 1 sense > noun 1, body
MeaningThe most forward point of the alveolar process of the mandible.
Part oflower jaw, mandible, mandibula, mandibular bone, submaxilla, lower jawbone, jawbone, jowlThe jaw in vertebrates that is hinged to open the mouth
Broadercraniometric pointA landmark on the skull from which craniometric measurements can be taken

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