Pterion
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈtɛɹɪən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Pterion is a noun meaning (anatomy) The point corresponding with the posterior end of the sphenoparietal suture; known as the weakest part of the skull.
Meaning
(anatomy) The point corresponding with the posterior end of the sphenoparietal suture; known as the weakest part of the skull.
Example Sentences
Then standing before a closet mirror, he put the automatic to his head, at the point of the pterion, and pressed the comfortably concaved trigger.
Word Forms
- pterions
- pteria
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include asterion, porion, opisthocranion, stephanion, corona, sphenobasion.
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