acromiohyoid

æk.rəʊ.maɪ.ɒ.haɪ.ɔʊd

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting the acromiohyoid muscle, a strap-like muscle in the neck that connects the acromion and the hyoid bone

“The surgeon examined the patient’s acromiohyoid muscle to assess the extent of the injury.”

2. noun

the acromiohyoid muscle or the region of the neck where it is located

“The patient experienced pain in the acromiohyoid due to the strain.”

Synonyms

  • neck muscle
  • strap-like muscle

Antonyms

  • abdominal muscle
  • deep muscle