parethmoid

/ˈɛθmoʊɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to the ethmoid bone

“The ethmoid bone is a spongy bone located between the eye sockets, and its parethmoid shape allows for a wide range of motion.”

2. noun

a spongy bone in the skull, especially the ethmoid bone

“The parethmoid bone forms the roof of the nasal cavity and is covered with a mucous membrane.”

Synonyms

  • ethmoidal
  • spongy

Antonyms

  • compact
  • solid