gonimous

/ˈɡɒnɪməs/

Definitions

1. adjective

Relating to or resembling a gonion, especially the angle or point of the jaw, or the angle between the head and the neck.

“The doctor examined the patient’s gonimous angle to determine the cause of the pain.”

2. noun

The angle or point of the jaw, or the angle between the head and the neck.

“The surgeon made an incision at the gonion, carefully avoiding the surrounding tissues.”

Synonyms

  • angle
  • gonionic

Antonyms

  • curved
  • round