zygomatic process

noun

: any of several bony processes that enter into or strengthen the zygomatic arch

Word History

First Known Use

1741, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of zygomatic process was in 1741

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zygomaticoauricularis
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“Zygomatic process.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/zygomatic%20process. Accessed 4 Nov. 2025.

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Medical Definition

zygomatic process

noun
: any of several bony processes that articulate with the zygomatic bone: as
a
: a long slender process of the temporal bone helping to form the zygomatic arch
b
: a narrow process of the frontal bone articulating with the zygomatic bone
c
: a rough triangular eminence of the maxilla of the upper jaw articulating with the zygomatic bone
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