OS HYOIDEUM
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Os Hyoideum.
Os Hyoideum - as a noun
A u-shaped bone at the base of the tongue that supports the tongue muscles
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
hyoidhyoid boneExample Sentences
"The os hyoideum is a horseshoe-shaped bone located in the neck."
"The os hyoideum supports the tongue and aids in swallowing."
"In humans, the os hyoideum is situated between the chin and the thyroid cartilage."
"The os hyoideum is also known as the hyoid bone."
"Damage to the os hyoideum can result in difficulty speaking or swallowing."
