gnathion

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English[edit]

Etymology[edit]

From Ancient Greek γνᾰ́θος (gnáthos) +‎ -ion.[1]

Noun[edit]

gnathion

  1. A craniometric point, being the lowest part of the middle line of the mandible.
    Synonym: menton

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References[edit]

  1. ^ “gnathion, n.”, in OED Online Paid subscription required⁠, Oxford, Oxfordshire: Oxford University Press, launched 2000.
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