ceratohyoid

/sɛrətɒˈhaɪɔɪd/

Definitions

1. noun

a small hyoid bone found in some fish, especially in the family Ceratodontidae.

“The ceratohyoid bone plays a crucial role in the feeding mechanism of the ancient fish.”

Synonyms

  • ceratodont
  • hyoid bone

Antonyms

  • none