zygomatic

Meanings

Plural: zygomatics

Noun

the arch of bone beneath the eye that forms the prominence of the cheek
Ellipsis of zygomatic bone.

Adjective

of or relating to the cheek region of the face

Adj

Of, relating to, or located in the area of the zygomatic bone or zygomatic arch.

Origin / Etymology

From zygoma + -tic. Doublet of zygomaticus.

Synonyms

cheekbone, jugal bone, malar, malar bone, os zygomaticum, zygomatic bone

Scrabble Score: 26

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Words With Friends Score: 28

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