FONTANELLES Synonyms

There are 4 synonyms of the word fontanelles. (exact relations)
There are 3 hypernyms of the word fontanelles. (close relations)

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Definition of FONTANELLES

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	fontanels				nounn
	noun • any membranous gap between the bones of the cranium in an infant or fetus
	sutures				verb, nounv, n
	noun • an immovable joint (especially between the bones of the skull) • a seam used in surgery • thread of catgut or silk or wire used by surgeons to stitch tissues together verb • join with a suture
	soft spot				nounn
	noun • a place of especial vulnerability • a sentimental affection • any membranous gap between the bones of the cranium in an infant or fetus
	fontanel				nounn
	noun • any membranous gap between the bones of the cranium in an infant or fetus

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