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inion

Syllabification: (in·i·on)
Pronunciation: /ˈinēən/
Definition of inion

noun

Anatomy
  • the projecting part of the occipital bone at the base of the skull.

Origin:

early 19th century: from Greek, literally 'nape of the neck'

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