rhinion

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Noun rhinion has 1 sense

rhinion - the anterior tip at the end of the suture of the nasal bones
--₁ is a kind of craniometric point
--₁ is a part of nasal, nasal bone, os nasale

Definitions from the Web

Rhinion

Part of Speech:

noun

Sense:

1. (Anatomy) The midpoint of the root of the nose.

2. (Botany) The tip or apex of the snout of a bird or mammal.

Usage:

1. The rhinion is an important anatomic landmark in plastic surgery.

2. The bird's rhinion was sharp and pointed, perfect for capturing prey.

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