antecornu

/ˌæntiˈkɔrnjuː/ or /æntɪˈkɔrnjuː/

Definitions

1. noun

The forward or anterior horn of the cornu or horn-shaped process of certain bones, especially the antecornu of the hyoid bone.

“The antecornu of the hyoid bone is a crucial structure for swallowing and speech production.”

Synonyms

  • anterior horn
  • forward horn

Antonyms

  • posterior horn
  • rear horn