subhyoid

/sʌbˈhaɪɔɪd/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or situated below the hyoid bone

“The subhyoid region of the neck is often affected in thyroid surgery.”

2. noun

the region below the hyoid bone

“The subhyoid area was carefully dissected to avoid damage to surrounding tissues.”

Synonyms

  • infrahyoid
  • subhyoid
  • subhyoid region

Antonyms

  • suprahyoid