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zygoma

Pronunciation: /zʌɪˈgəʊmə, zɪg-/
Definition of zygoma

noun (plural zygomata /-tə/)

Anatomy
  • the bony arch of the cheek formed by connection of the zygomatic and temporal bones.

Derivatives

zygomatic

adjective

Origin:

late 17th century: from Greek zugōma, from zugon 'yoke'

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