zygomata

/zaɪˈɡoʊmətə/

Definitions

1. noun

either of the two bony prominences at the sides of the head, just below the cheekbones, especially considered as the points of attachment of the masseter muscle

“The zygomatic arches of the skulls were of great interest to the paleontologist.”

Synonyms

  • cheekbone
  • zygomatic arch

Antonyms

  • none