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zygomatic process

noun

Definition of ZYGOMATIC PROCESS

:  any of several bony processes that enter into or strengthen the zygomatic arch
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First Known Use of ZYGOMATIC PROCESS

1741
Medical Dictionary

zygomatic process

noun

Medical Definition of ZYGOMATIC PROCESS

:  any of several bony processes that articulate with the zygomatic bone: as a :  a long slender process of the temporal bone helping to form the zygomatic arch b :  a narrow process of the frontal bone articulating with the zygomatic bone c :  a rough triangular eminence of the maxilla of the upper jaw articulating with the zygomatic bone

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