alisphenoid

/alɪˈsfiːnɔɪd/ · noun

Meaning

The greater wing of the sphenoid bone
Relating to or forming the wing of the sphenoid bone.
Relating to a bone in the base of the skull, which in the adult is often consolidated with the sphenoid.

Etymology / origin

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Related words

greater wing(English)sphenoid(English)sphenotic(English)lesser wing(English)basisphenoid(English)presphenoid(English)sphenoid sinus(English)jugum sphenoidale(English)

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