petrosal

/pɛˈtroʊzəl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or denoting a bone in the skull that forms the sides of the sella turcica

“The petrosal bone is a significant part of the skull’s anatomy.”

2. noun

a bone in the skull that forms the sides of the sella turcica

“The petrosal is a complex bone with multiple functions.”

Synonyms

  • sphenopalatine
  • temporal