gnathion

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English

Etymology

From Ancient Greek γνᾰ́θος (gnắthos) +‎ -ion.

Noun

gnathion

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

Derived terms

References

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