Basion
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Basion is a noun meaning (anatomy) The middle of the anterior margin of the foramen magnum of the skull.
Meaning
(anatomy) The middle of the anterior margin of the foramen magnum of the skull.
Example Sentences
The tectorial membrane limits extension, while odontoid impaction on the basion limits flexion.
Additional skull measurements, taken with small sliding calipers, were from zygomaxillare, the lowest point on the zygomatic-maxillary suture, to the points of alveolare, basion and nasion.
Word Forms
- basions
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bregma, nasion, opisthion, basiocciput, basioccipital, obelion.
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