Rhinion
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Rhinion is a noun meaning (anatomy) The lower end of the suture between the nasal bones.
Meaning
(anatomy) The lower end of the suture between the nasal bones.
Example Sentences
Since the skin is thinner at the rhinion, a slight protrusion of the underlying bony cartilaginous framework should be maintained at the rhinion in order to create a straight external dorsal profile.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include rhinectomy, nasal, rhinocleisis, nosewing, rhinarium, rhinocephaly.
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